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N66 JAC

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,667 mi
Last recorded40,667 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN66 JAC
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 40,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 38,997 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 38,978 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 12 May 2015 35,945 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 33,044 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 31,037 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,056 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 28,242 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 27,176 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,423 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 25,014 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 23,729 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 22,498 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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N66 JAC is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N66 JAC, 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 N66 JAC?

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What year was N66 JAC registered?

N66 JAC is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N66 JAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N66 JAC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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