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P88 TVR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,604 mi
Last recorded35,604 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 35,604 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 35,588 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 35,546 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 35,498 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2021 35,498 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 35,356 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 35,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 35,214 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 34,394 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,603 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 32,836 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,010 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 30,740 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 28,445 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 27,679 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 27,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 27,072 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 26,708 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 26,345 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers not clearing screen very well

parking brake only just passed requirements reccomend further inspection

Pass 19 Mar 2007 25,912 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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P88 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P88 TVR, 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 P88 TVR registered?

P88 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 23 October 1996.

Is P88 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 TVR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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