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N999 PJH

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,110 mi
Last recorded59,110 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN999 PJH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2026 59,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 58,283 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 57,773 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 56,251 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 53,711 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 50,622 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,699 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 43,220 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 42,779 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 41,816 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 41,816 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 40,507 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 39,223 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 2 May 2012 39,181 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 39,086 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 38,638 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 37,580 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 36,442 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 34,884 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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N999 PJH is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N999 PJH, 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

How do I check the history of N999 PJH?

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What year was N999 PJH registered?

N999 PJH is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N999 PJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N999 PJH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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