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P13 SJL

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,017 mi
Last recorded35,017 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP13 SJL
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 35,017 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Speedometer operation impaired (7.8 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 34,768 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 34,734 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 34,551 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 34,245 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 33,984 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear tyres cracking on tread

both rear tyres feathered on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2019 33,598 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

underside of vehicle wet

Pass 8 Nov 2018 33,321 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 5 Nov 2018 33,315 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2017 32,985 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 32,828 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 32,331 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 31,560 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 31,351 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 30,978 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 30,750 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 30,569 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 30,000 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,280 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 25,442 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 21,852 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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P13 SJL is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc 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 P13 SJL, 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 P13 SJL registered?

P13 SJL is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is P13 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P13 SJL 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.

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