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N453 CSF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,366 mi
Last recorded71,366 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN453 CSF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 71,366 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper arm corroded

Pass 9 May 2016 71,247 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 70,725 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 70,364 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 70,000 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 69,413 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 66,633 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 63,080 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 57,597 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 157,597 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 53,740 miles

Oil leak

rear diff leaking

slight fluffing of n/s and o/s seat belt

Pass 4 Aug 2006 51,019 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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N453 CSF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc 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 N453 CSF, 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.

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How do I check the history of N453 CSF?

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What year was N453 CSF registered?

N453 CSF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N453 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N453 CSF 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.

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