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P601 LEY

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,809 mi
Last recorded143,809 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP601 LEY
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 143,809 miles

Dif leaking

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 143,809 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Dif leaking

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 141,134 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 141,134 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 139,160 miles

nearside rear disc scored

Fail 28 Nov 2011 139,160 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

nearside rear disc scored

Pass 17 Dec 2010 137,214 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 131,831 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2008 126,007 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2007 117,556 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 110,102 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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P601 LEY is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P601 LEY, 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 P601 LEY registered?

P601 LEY is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 December 1996.

Is P601 LEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P601 LEY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P601 LEY have outstanding finance?

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