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P492 PWX

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,971 mi
Last recorded66,971 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 PWX
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 66,971 miles

Nearside Front cross member slightly corroded

Offside Front cross member slightly corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2011 65,436 miles

All front suspension joint dust covers split

Fail 9 Sep 2011 65,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

All front suspension joint dust covers split

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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P492 PWX is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P492 PWX, 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 P492 PWX?

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What year was P492 PWX registered?

P492 PWX is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P492 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 PWX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P492 PWX have outstanding finance?

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