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P271 APH

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,260 mi
Last recorded50,260 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 APH
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 50,260 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 47,794 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 47,613 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 47,500 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 46,078 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 45,410 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 44,998 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central rear view mirror insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2019 44,416 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 44,258 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 43,949 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 43,949 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 27 May 2016 43,682 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,796 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 40,066 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,111 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 37,867 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 35,847 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 34,241 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 32,219 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 29,516 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 10 Oct 2007 29,516 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 25,851 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 22,820 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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P271 APH is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P271 APH, 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 P271 APH?

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What year was P271 APH registered?

P271 APH is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P271 APH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 APH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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