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N836 ASG

1995 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,148 mi
Last recorded95,148 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Tvr Chimaera56,913 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN836 ASG
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 95,148 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 95,090 miles

Under body and components covered in protection material

Fail 10 Jun 2025 95,089 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 94,718 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 94,237 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 93,015 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 92,022 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 89,424 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 88,865 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 84,227 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 83,193 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 79,596 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 77,848 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 76,091 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 73,756 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 71,993 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 71,990 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 71,980 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 71,424 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 71,424 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 71,418 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 70,150 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 69,907 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 68,935 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N836 ASG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,913 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 N836 ASG, 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 31 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 N836 ASG registered?

N836 ASG is a 1995 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N836 ASG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N836 ASG shows 24 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.

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