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P991 LLN

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

65,529 mi
Last recorded65,529 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP991 LLN
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 65,529 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 65,447 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 64,874 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 64,874 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 64,322 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on the sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2022 64,322 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 64,103 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 64,103 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 63,833 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 63,833 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components anti roll bar moved across and fouling the offside front shock (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2018 63,251 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 63,247 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 62,119 miles

Oil leaks

Some rust on underside, may require attention soon

Fail 13 Jun 2017 62,119 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSIS UPRIGHTS (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leaks

Some rust on underside, may require attention soon

Pass 24 Jun 2016 58,408 miles

front body mounts corroded

front shock absorbers top bush worn

play in both front link rods

Fail 14 Jun 2016 58,234 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front shock absorbers top bush worn

play in both front link rods

Fail 12 Jun 2015 56,974 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,974 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 55,718 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 55,711 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 55,707 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,328 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 51,328 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 46,676 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,664 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 36,558 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 32,429 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,725 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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P991 LLN is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 P991 LLN, 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 P991 LLN registered?

P991 LLN is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P991 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P991 LLN shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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