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P796 PKE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,954 mi
Last recorded48,954 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP796 PKE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 May 2022 48,954 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 48,813 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 46,920 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 44,157 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 43,225 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 42,745 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 42,190 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 40,318 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 35,056 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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P796 PKE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P796 PKE, 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 P796 PKE registered?

P796 PKE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 December 1996.

Is P796 PKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P796 PKE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P796 PKE have outstanding finance?

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