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P115 CDP

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

75,358 mi
Last recorded75,358 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP115 CDP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 75,358 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 74,106 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 73,598 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 71,828 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 71,402 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 70,568 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 70,222 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 69,448 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 68,123 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2017 65,929 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 62,916 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 61,850 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 59,857 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 59,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 56,961 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 54,752 miles

some corrosion visible on chassis (tubular steer type)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 53,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 50,886 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 48,227 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2006 48,185 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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P115 CDP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P115 CDP, 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 P115 CDP registered?

P115 CDP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P115 CDP safe to buy?

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