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P250 LCF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Maroon Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,757 mi
Last recorded10,757 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP250 LCF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 10,757 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 10,722 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 10,652 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 10,625 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 10,595 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 10,478 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 10,454 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,361 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 10,104 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 9,999 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 9,861 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 9,861 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,596 miles

KNOCK TO STEERING

Pass 15 Jun 2011 9,526 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 9,407 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 9,172 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 9,088 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 8,767 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 8,664 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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P250 LCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Maroon with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P250 LCF, 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 P250 LCF?

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What year was P250 LCF registered?

P250 LCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 9 October 1996.

Is P250 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P250 LCF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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