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WIW 5916

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

12,647 mi
Last recorded12,647 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIW 5916
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 12,647 miles

front tyres over 10 years old

rear tyres over 15 years old

Pass 30 Jul 2025 12,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 12,156 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front tyres over 10 years old

both rear tyres 15 years old

Fail 4 Jul 2024 12,155 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres over 10 years old

both rear tyres 15 years old

Pass 15 Jun 2023 12,039 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front tyres 10 years old

both rear tyres over 10 years old

Pass 26 May 2022 11,947 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres over 10 years old

Pass 1 Jun 2021 11,842 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres over 10 years old

Pass 27 Jun 2019 11,666 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 11,548 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 11,436 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,154 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 10,947 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 10,724 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front inner wing shows signs of tyre rubbing/fouling

nearside front tyre perished and cracked/cut

Fail 21 Jun 2013 10,721 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front brake hose ferrule has advanced

nearside front tyre perished and cracked/cut

Pass 10 Apr 2012 10,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

inner edge of nearside front tyre worn low (1.6 mm)

inner edge of offside front tyrte worn low (2mm)

nearside front tyre perished/split

Pass 7 Mar 2011 10,175 miles

inner edges on both front tyres wearing low

nearside front tyre has cuts/splits

Fail 7 Mar 2011 10,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

inner edges on both front tyres wearing low

nearside front tyre has cuts/splits

Pass 17 Nov 2009 8,943 miles

nearside front tyre tread starting to split

Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,640 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing inner edges(recommend replace)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 7,144 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 6,802 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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WIW 5916 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WIW 5916, 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 WIW 5916?

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What year was WIW 5916 registered?

WIW 5916 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 March 1996.

Is WIW 5916 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIW 5916 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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