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TVR 63X

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Red Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,721 mi
Last recorded39,721 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 63X
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 39,721 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 39,651 miles

all tyres perished & cracked in tread area

Pass 10 Oct 2023 39,444 miles

all tyres perished in tread area

no catalytic converter .documents produced by manufacturer TVR

Fail 10 Oct 2023 39,444 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up (4.1.2 (c))

all tyres perished in tread area

no catalytic converter .documents produced by manufacturer TVR

Pass 31 Oct 2022 39,140 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 39,140 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 38,512 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 38,017 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 37,112 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 36,743 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 36,048 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 34,781 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 34,781 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 34,588 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 33,860 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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TVR 63X is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Red with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 TVR 63X, 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

How do I check the history of TVR 63X?

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What year was TVR 63X registered?

TVR 63X is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is TVR 63X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 63X shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVR 63X have outstanding finance?

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