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N5 OVB

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,480 mi
Last recorded69,480 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 OVB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 69,480 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyres wearing low (3mm)

Pass 6 Jul 2017 63,775 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 61,250 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 56,519 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 51,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

correct number plates fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Apr 2014 51,957 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

correct number plates fitted at time of test

Pass 9 May 2013 47,779 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

correct registration plates fitted at time of test

Pass 16 May 2012 43,827 miles

correct number plates fitted@ time of test.

n/s headlight aim on outer limits

Pass 11 May 2011 41,935 miles

correct number plates fitted @ time of test

Pass 27 May 2010 39,089 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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N5 OVB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N5 OVB, 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

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What year was N5 OVB registered?

N5 OVB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N5 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 OVB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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