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P972 EON

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,536 mi
Last recorded26,536 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 EON
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 26,536 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 26,497 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 26,333 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 26,314 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 26,083 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 25,976 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,778 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 25,778 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 25,768 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,768 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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P972 EON is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P972 EON, 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 P972 EON registered?

P972 EON is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is P972 EON safe to buy?

The MOT history for P972 EON shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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