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N853 GLL

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

50,629 mi
Last recorded50,629 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN853 GLL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 50,629 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 49,193 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 47,568 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Power steering, engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion on undercarriage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 47,416 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 46,906 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 46,837 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 45,440 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 45,439 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 41,727 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 41,376 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 41,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2016 40,443 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 40,152 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Vehicle overheating

Pass 13 Apr 2012 38,669 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 38,669 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 37,671 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 37,671 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 36,857 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,164 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 35,463 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 35,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 31,621 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jan 2006 29,398 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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N853 GLL is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 N853 GLL, 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 N853 GLL registered?

N853 GLL is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N853 GLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N853 GLL shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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