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P896 NLE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Grey Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,203 mi
Last recorded24,203 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 NLE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 24,203 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 24,202 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 24,200 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 24,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Slightly twisted at end (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 24,001 miles

Front Washer pressure weak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Slightly twisted at end near hose. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. New brakes require bedding in (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 23,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Pipe twisted at end (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 23,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake disc too small, pad hangs over edge of disc (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake disc too small, pad hangs over edge of disc (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake disc too small, pad hangs over edge of disc (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake disc too small, pad hangs over edge of disc (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Pipe twisted at end (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 23,926 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear servive brake slightly lagging

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 23,925 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 23,750 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 23,532 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 22,900 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 22,042 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 21,466 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 21,128 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 21,003 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,934 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,184 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 20,184 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 19,636 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,464 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 17,766 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 16,932 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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P896 NLE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Grey with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P896 NLE, 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 P896 NLE registered?

P896 NLE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 20 November 1996.

Is P896 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P896 NLE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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