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P210 AVK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,342 mi
Last recorded73,342 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP210 AVK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 73,342 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 72,143 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 72,132 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 71,052 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 70,646 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 69,311 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 69,159 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 67,842 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 67,842 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2018 66,860 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 66,860 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2017 66,519 miles

Nearside Rear drive shaft joint bolts loose PRS

Offside Rear drive shaft bolts loose PRS

Pass 21 Apr 2016 65,523 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 64,566 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 62,978 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 61,529 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 58,309 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 56,813 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 54,575 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 54,384 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 51,634 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 51,634 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 49,866 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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P210 AVK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P210 AVK, 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 P210 AVK registered?

P210 AVK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 24 November 1996.

Is P210 AVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P210 AVK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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