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P902 NLE

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,602 mi
Last recorded66,602 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP902 NLE
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 66,602 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 66,407 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 65,581 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 65,437 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 64,219 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive nearside of engine above exhaust manifold (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 62,864 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 62,066 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 61,898 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 61,493 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 60,866 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 60,386 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 58,030 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,956 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 55,068 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 54,178 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 54,178 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 51,589 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 47,975 miles

adv light corrosion on front wish bone units

Pass 17 Jun 2008 47,835 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 47,835 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

adv slight corrosion around front suspension

Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,887 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 46,886 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 45,722 miles

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

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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P902 NLE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P902 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 P902 NLE registered?

P902 NLE is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 28 November 1996.

Is P902 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P902 NLE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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