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N534 HBK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

67,103 mi
Last recorded67,103 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN534 HBK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 67,103 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 67,205 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 66,950 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 66,898 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 65,747 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 65,630 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 65,206 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 65,201 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

n/s play in steering rack

Pass 6 May 2009 64,046 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 63,071 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 61,769 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 61,402 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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N534 HBK 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 N534 HBK, 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 N534 HBK?

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What year was N534 HBK registered?

N534 HBK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N534 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N534 HBK 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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