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N972 JLF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,885 mi
Last recorded44,885 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN972 JLF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2021 44,885 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 44,685 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 44,337 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 44,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 42,914 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,286 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 40,296 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 38,921 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 37,488 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 34,475 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 32,992 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 31,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leaks from both rear hubs

Pass 21 Mar 2006 28,432 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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N972 JLF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N972 JLF, 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.

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What year was N972 JLF registered?

N972 JLF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N972 JLF safe to buy?

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