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P55 WPS

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,715 mi
Last recorded38,715 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP55 WPS
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 38,715 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 37,384 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 36,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 36,026 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 35,639 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 35,329 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 35,326 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 34,932 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 34,689 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 34,370 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 32,991 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,991 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,733 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 32,549 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 32,369 miles

both rear tyres low.

various oil leaks.

Fail 21 May 2012 32,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear tyres low.

various oil leaks.

Pass 17 May 2011 32,124 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 17 May 2010 31,501 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 5 May 2009 30,751 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)

Oil leak from engine

Pass 2 Jun 2008 29,436 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 28,515 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 26,463 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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P55 WPS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc 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 P55 WPS, 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 P55 WPS?

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What year was P55 WPS registered?

P55 WPS is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 November 1996.

Is P55 WPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P55 WPS 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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