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N851 MCK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Black Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,266 mi
Last recorded123,266 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 MCK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 123,266 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 120,147 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 119,357 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 119,357 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 118,381 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 116,070 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 113,427 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 112,753 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 11,207 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 110,585 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 109,207 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 107,814 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 105,995 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 102,865 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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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N851 MCK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Black with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N851 MCK, 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.

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What year was N851 MCK registered?

N851 MCK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N851 MCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N851 MCK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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