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N658 TPC

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,000 mi
Last recorded20,000 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN658 TPC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 May 2022 20,000 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 20,000 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 19,999 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 19,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 19,999 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 19,791 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 18,835 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2006 18,341 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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N658 TPC is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N658 TPC, 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 N658 TPC?

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What year was N658 TPC registered?

N658 TPC is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N658 TPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N658 TPC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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