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N391 HRV

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

78,218 mi
Last recorded78,218 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN391 HRV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 78,218 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 77,154 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 75,822 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 75,692 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 75,499 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 75,257 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 71,946 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 69,300 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 68,874 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 68,783 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 68,096 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 66,456 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 66,441 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 61,549 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

rear number plate starting to mark

windscreen wiper are getting slow in operation

Fail 25 Apr 2008 61,272 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

rear number plate starting to mark

windscreen wiper are getting slow in operation

Pass 2 Apr 2007 50,600 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 50,300 miles

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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N391 HRV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N391 HRV, 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 N391 HRV?

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What year was N391 HRV registered?

N391 HRV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N391 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N391 HRV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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