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P907 BPR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,387 mi
Last recorded66,387 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP907 BPR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 66,387 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 66,385 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 63,996 miles

handbrake requirments only just met.

Fail 6 May 2025 63,988 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

bolt missing on nearside exhaust mount to engine.

handbrake requirments only just met.

Pass 9 May 2024 62,839 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 61,195 miles

Fuel hose perished pump to filter

Surface corrosion to chassis areas

Surface corrosion to suspension wishbones

Pass 10 May 2022 60,822 miles

Fuel hose deteriorated Pump to filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 60,002 miles

Slight perishing to rear fuel pipe

Surface corrosion to all suspension wishbones

Pass 11 May 2020 59,468 miles

All suspension wishbones have surface corrosion

Pass 11 Mar 2019 58,497 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 58,325 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 57,899 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 56,566 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper and lower (2.4.G.1)

chassis rear has slight corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2015 56,271 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 55,400 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 54,692 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 53,832 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,711 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 51,668 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 50,882 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 49,968 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 49,968 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 48,907 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 47,389 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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P907 BPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P907 BPR, 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 P907 BPR?

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What year was P907 BPR registered?

P907 BPR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P907 BPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P907 BPR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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