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N530 BCF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Purple Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,177 mi
Last recorded86,177 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN530 BCF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2011 86,177 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 86,066 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 85,875 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 84,842 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 84,842 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 83,260 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 80,021 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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N530 BCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Purple with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N530 BCF, 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 N530 BCF?

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What year was N530 BCF registered?

N530 BCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N530 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N530 BCF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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