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N56 XKE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,377 mi
Last recorded11,377 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN56 XKE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 11,377 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2025 11,229 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view dirty to inside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 10,878 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 10,799 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 10,779 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 10,606 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 10,236 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 10,203 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 9,515 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 9,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2015 8,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 8,916 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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N56 XKE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green 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 N56 XKE, 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 N56 XKE?

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What year was N56 XKE registered?

N56 XKE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N56 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N56 XKE 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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