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N995 TPJ

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

43,750 mi
Last recorded43,750 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN995 TPJ
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 43,750 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 42,103 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 36,415 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 36,415 miles

Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 34,379 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 32,465 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 30,162 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 29,403 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 29,386 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 28,682 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 27,429 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 26,524 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 26,210 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,883 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,102 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 24,656 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 23,837 miles

drivers seat not adjustable , no adjusters fitted to vehicle.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 23,192 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 22,487 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 21,762 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,058 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 20,632 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 20,179 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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N995 TPJ 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 91.3%.

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 N995 TPJ, 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 N995 TPJ registered?

N995 TPJ is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N995 TPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N995 TPJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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