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P947 LCF

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

87,627 mi
Last recorded87,627 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP947 LCF
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 87,627 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 86,331 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 85,953 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 85,825 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 85,728 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 85,106 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 84,550 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 83,588 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 78,467 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 78,340 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 74,521 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 71,488 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 66,700 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 63,056 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 62,092 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 61,088 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 59,698 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 57,433 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 55,808 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 53,975 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 50,181 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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P947 LCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P947 LCF, 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 P947 LCF registered?

P947 LCF is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P947 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P947 LCF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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