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P988 MLA

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

56,603 mi
Last recorded56,603 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP988 MLA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 56,603 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 56,599 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 56,600 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 57,342 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 56,990 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 56,983 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 56,600 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 56,330 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 54,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 53,818 miles

hand brake low effort

Pass 30 May 2014 53,065 miles

hand brake low effort

Fail 28 May 2012 51,326 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2012 51,326 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 50,505 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 50,505 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 49,109 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 49,109 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 47,208 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 41,853 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 41,845 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 39,703 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 39,689 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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P988 MLA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 P988 MLA, 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 P988 MLA registered?

P988 MLA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is P988 MLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P988 MLA shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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