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WIB 5087

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,939 mi
Last recorded77,939 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIB 5087
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 77,939 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 76,076 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 74,946 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 74,931 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 74,724 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 74,239 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 73,734 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 73,095 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 72,685 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,016 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 71,667 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 May 2015 70,844 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 70,028 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 67,451 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 66,010 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 64,351 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 61,771 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2008 61,566 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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WIB 5087 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WIB 5087, 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 WIB 5087?

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What year was WIB 5087 registered?

WIB 5087 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is WIB 5087 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIB 5087 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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