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P663 APK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,102 mi
Last recorded42,102 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP663 APK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 42,102 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 42,046 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 42,046 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 42,044 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2016 42,833 miles

both front tyres cracking and starting to go out of shape

Fail 6 Aug 2016 42,833 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front tyres cracking and starting to go out of shape

Pass 24 Apr 2014 42,013 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 41,893 miles

Hazard switch bracket loose but switch operable.

Oil leak

Rear discs, inner faces corroded, wearing pads.

Steering rack knock.

Fail 29 Jul 2010 41,892 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear discs, inner faces corroded, wearing pads.

Steering rack knock.

Pass 4 Aug 2009 40,680 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 39,609 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 35,257 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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P663 APK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P663 APK, 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.

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What year was P663 APK registered?

P663 APK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 21 October 1996.

Is P663 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P663 APK shows 12 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.

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