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P853 CPR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,428 mi
Last recorded45,428 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 CPR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 45,428 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 45,428 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 45,320 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 45,193 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 44,922 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 44,654 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 44,512 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 43,612 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 42,992 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 42,145 miles

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

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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P853 CPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P853 CPR, 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 P853 CPR?

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What year was P853 CPR registered?

P853 CPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P853 CPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P853 CPR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P853 CPR have outstanding finance?

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