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N414 THB

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,632 mi
Last recorded52,632 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN414 THB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 52,632 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 50,810 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 50,250 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 50,250 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 49,572 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 47,813 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 45,799 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 33,647 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 33,194 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 29 Oct 2008 33,017 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 32,982 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 32,880 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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N414 THB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 N414 THB, 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

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What year was N414 THB registered?

N414 THB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is N414 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N414 THB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N414 THB have outstanding finance?

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