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P966 VTY

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,501 mi
Last recorded35,501 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP966 VTY
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 35,501 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 35,463 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 35,402 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 35,332 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 35,311 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,232 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 35,183 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 34,756 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 34,630 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,579 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 34,579 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 34,524 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 34,459 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,426 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,394 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 34,251 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 33,968 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 33,534 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,027 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 33,023 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 32,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 30,000 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2005 30,000 miles

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

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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P966 VTY 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 P966 VTY, 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 P966 VTY registered?

P966 VTY is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P966 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P966 VTY 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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