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N935 TPK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,497 mi
Last recorded34,497 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN935 TPK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,948cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 34,497 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,443 miles

Chassis rusty

N/S exhaust manifold slight blow when cold

Various suspension componants corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2015 34,443 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Chassis rusty

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S aim on upper limit

Various suspension componants rusty

Pass 9 Jun 2008 34,398 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

horn button loose

wiper blades poor

Fail 5 Jun 2008 34,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

horn button loose

wiper blades poor

Pass 23 Jun 2006 33,909 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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N935 TPK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N935 TPK, 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 N935 TPK registered?

N935 TPK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N935 TPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N935 TPK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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