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N852 VDV

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,347 mi
Last recorded64,347 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2022
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN852 VDV
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2022 64,347 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 64,016 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 64,016 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 63,123 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 63,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 62,371 miles

Oil leak

osf flexy brake hose mounting bracket cracking

vehicle wiring in poor condition

Fail 2 Sep 2011 62,371 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

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

osf flexy brake hose mounting bracket cracking

vehicle wiring in poor condition

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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N852 VDV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N852 VDV, 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 N852 VDV registered?

N852 VDV is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 April 1996.

Is N852 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N852 VDV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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