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N709 PYM

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,738 mi
Last recorded43,738 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN709 PYM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 43,738 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 43,690 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 43,278 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 42,831 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 41,967 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 41,371 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 40,092 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 40,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 38,886 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,544 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 35,497 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 42,846 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 41,424 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 38,565 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 37,394 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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N709 PYM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N709 PYM, 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 N709 PYM?

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What year was N709 PYM registered?

N709 PYM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N709 PYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N709 PYM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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