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M400 TVR

1996 Tvr Chimaera

Green Petrol 3952cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,682 mi
Last recorded43,682 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Tvr Chimaera51,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM400 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,952cc
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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 43,682 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 43,440 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 43,209 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 42,935 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,473 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 42,212 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,912 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 38,729 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 38,596 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 38,234 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 38,127 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 37,753 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 37,753 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 37,567 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 36,944 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 36,620 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 35,081 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 34,900 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,053 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 32,603 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 32,603 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 29,712 miles

front tyres starting to crack in tread

Pass 25 Sep 2006 29,701 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 28,180 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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M400 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera in Green with a 3,952cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 M400 TVR, 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 M400 TVR?

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What year was M400 TVR registered?

M400 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 15 July 1996.

Is M400 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M400 TVR shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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