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N941 TPK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3943cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

69,440 mi
Last recorded69,440 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN941 TPK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,943cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 69,440 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 66,017 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 62,636 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 60,232 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 57,957 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 56,484 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 56,473 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint rubber split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 56,109 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 55,887 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 53,732 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 51,640 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 51,640 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,582 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 51,380 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 51,379 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 49,951 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 49,871 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 49,528 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 48,826 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 48,067 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 47,667 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 46,528 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 45,550 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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N941 TPK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N941 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 N941 TPK registered?

N941 TPK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N941 TPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N941 TPK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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