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N843 GUM

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,809 mi
Last recorded41,809 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN843 GUM
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 41,809 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 41,595 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 41,373 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 40,903 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 40,405 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 40,127 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 39,293 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 39,079 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 38,784 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 38,063 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 37,035 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 37,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 36,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,008 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 35,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 34,162 miles

slight corrosion to n/s/r brake flexi ferral

Pass 20 Apr 2009 33,037 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 33,036 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 30,685 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 27,483 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 27,483 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 26,381 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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N843 GUM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N843 GUM, 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

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What year was N843 GUM registered?

N843 GUM is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N843 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N843 GUM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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