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N400 ADE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,136 mi
Last recorded30,136 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN400 ADE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2008 30,136 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 29,418 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 29,418 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 May 2006 28,832 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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N400 ADE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N400 ADE, 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 N400 ADE?

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What year was N400 ADE registered?

N400 ADE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N400 ADE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N400 ADE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N400 ADE have outstanding finance?

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