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P993 MLA

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Silver Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

38,288 mi
Last recorded38,288 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP993 MLA
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 38,288 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 38,288 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 38,288 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2023 38,288 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2023 38,288 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))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 38,288 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened both front wishbones have corrosion but not weekend (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

oil leak from air con pump not dangerous

Pass 27 Feb 2021 38,288 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 38,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2018 38,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 38,288 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 38,288 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake discs corroded slightly

Pass 3 Oct 2014 38,288 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 38,288 miles

Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 38,288 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 38,228 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,288 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 38,288 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,288 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 38,288 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2006 38,285 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 38,285 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 36,674 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 36,674 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P993 MLA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Silver with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 P993 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 P993 MLA registered?

P993 MLA is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P993 MLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P993 MLA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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