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YDM 278

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,067 mi
Last recorded34,067 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDM 278
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 34,067 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 34,067 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 33,253 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,114 miles

Aux belt worn.

Front number plate damaged.

Pass 27 Aug 2014 31,764 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Handbrake lever stiff to operate

Fail 27 Aug 2014 31,764 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Handbrake lever stiff to operate

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 31,489 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 31,193 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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YDM 278 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YDM 278, 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 YDM 278?

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What year was YDM 278 registered?

YDM 278 is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 29 October 1996.

Is YDM 278 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDM 278 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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