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N332 WPA

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,480 mi
Last recorded31,480 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN332 WPA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 31,480 miles

o/ seatbelt slightly frayed

o/s headlamp slightly damaged

surface corrosion on susp components

Pass 13 Aug 2010 31,409 miles

o/s headlamp damaged

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 25 Jun 2009 28,035 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 28,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 23,678 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 19,616 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 16,646 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 16,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?

Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,721
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,285
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,258
Steering rack gaiter split 1,113
Headlamp aim too high 1,041
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 977
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N332 WPA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Chimaera fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,285 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N332 WPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Chimaera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N332 WPA?

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What year was N332 WPA registered?

N332 WPA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N332 WPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N332 WPA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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