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XYT 18

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,140 mi
Last recorded13,140 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYT 18
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 13,140 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 13,092 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 13,090 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 13,075 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 13,028 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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XYT 18 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XYT 18, 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 XYT 18?

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What year was XYT 18 registered?

XYT 18 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is XYT 18 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYT 18 shows 5 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 XYT 18 have outstanding finance?

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