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N945 UPR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

108,288 mi
Last recorded108,288 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN945 UPR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 108,288 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 106,492 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 104,828 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 103,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play from bulkhead (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 99,365 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 95,992 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 91,784 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 85,980 miles

Rear n/s and o/s tyres worn on edge

Pass 29 Mar 2018 82,329 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 881,078 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 78,539 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 71,169 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 71,114 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside headlamp low

Pass 15 Feb 2014 67,486 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 67,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 63,901 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 61,981 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 60,505 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 59,262 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 57,065 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 53,058 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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N945 UPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N945 UPR, 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 N945 UPR registered?

N945 UPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N945 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N945 UPR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N945 UPR have outstanding finance?

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