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P664 APK

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,897 mi
Last recorded53,897 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP664 APK
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 53,897 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 53,897 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2014 53,036 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 May 2014 53,036 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 52,080 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 52,080 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 49,521 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 48,402 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 44,308 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 42,320 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 40,043 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 38,520 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P664 APK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P664 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P664 APK registered?

P664 APK is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P664 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P664 APK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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