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N422 BMO

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,958 mi
Last recorded78,958 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN422 BMO
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 78,958 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,797 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 75,723 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 75,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 74,948 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 74,948 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 74,528 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 74,012 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 74,012 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 73,637 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 73,637 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 73,064 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 71,602 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 67,975 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 62,416 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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N422 BMO is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N422 BMO, 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 N422 BMO?

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What year was N422 BMO registered?

N422 BMO is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N422 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N422 BMO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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