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P296 GVP

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

88,463 mi
Last recorded88,463 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP296 GVP
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 88,463 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 87,929 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 87,652 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 87,126 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 86,258 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 85,592 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 84,232 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play

Pass 31 Aug 2017 82,907 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 81,148 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 4 Sep 2015 79,621 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 78,622 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 77,365 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 74,874 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 72,225 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 72,225 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 69,429 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 66,319 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 66,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 61,256 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 May 2007 58,381 miles

Both wipers starting to smear the screen

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2006 54,317 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 54,317 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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P296 GVP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P296 GVP, 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 P296 GVP registered?

P296 GVP is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P296 GVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P296 GVP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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