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N66 KLB

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,803 mi
Last recorded64,803 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN66 KLB
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 64,803 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 63,710 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 60,810 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,326 miles

front & rear brake discs scaled with rust. rear tyres worn to 3mm tread.

Fail 18 Feb 2009 54,794 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 54,794 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 54,000 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 50,873 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 KLB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KLB, 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 KLB?

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What year was N66 KLB registered?

N66 KLB is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N66 KLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N66 KLB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N66 KLB have outstanding finance?

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