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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,988 cc

D1 FORMOT history

D1 FOR is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 3 Jul 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 23,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
23,779 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 FOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 FOR was last recorded at 23,779 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,543 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
236 miles
Average per year
828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,779 miles
  • 2025 – 23,543 miles
  • 2024 – 23,408 miles
  • 2023 – 22,932 miles
  • 2022 – 22,485 miles
  • 2021 – 21,938 miles
  • 2019 – 20,788 miles
  • 2018 – 20,334 miles
  • 2017 – 19,931 miles
  • 2016 – 18,256 miles
  • 2015 – 17,296 miles
  • 2014 – 16,322 miles
  • 2013 – 14,517 miles
  • 2012 – 11,768 miles
  • 2011 – 10,780 miles
  • 2010 – 9,102 miles
  • 2009 – 7,996 miles
  • 2008 – 7,608 miles
  • 2007 – 6,821 miles
  • 2006 – 6,653 miles
  • 2005 – 6,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,779 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    23,779 miles
    Test number
    867526180045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail23,779 miles (+236)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,779 miles
    Test number
    264873014094
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer hose split (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass23,543 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    23,543 miles
    Test number
    349220478294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass23,408 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    23,408 miles
    Test number
    870874913454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass22,932 miles (+447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    374938334211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass22,485 miles (+547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    22,485 miles
    Test number
    757948640358
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded front and rear

  7. Pass21,938 miles (+1,150)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    21,938 miles
    Test number
    215302053706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass20,788 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    20,788 miles
    Test number
    779116177020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,334 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    20,334 miles
    Test number
    337987199163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,931 miles (+1,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,931 miles
    Test number
    998907407010
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass18,256 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    18,256 miles
    Test number
    821534331750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,296 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,296 miles
    Test number
    916963585178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,322 miles (+1,805)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,322 miles
    Test number
    245800474123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,517 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    14,517 miles
    Test number
    419968063149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,768 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    11,768 miles
    Test number
    839460872193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,780 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    10,780 miles
    Test number
    278531261412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,102 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,102 miles
    Test number
    630708750141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,996 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    7,996 miles
    Test number
    401640919286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,608 miles (+787)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    7,608 miles
    Test number
    452286768208
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass6,821 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    6,821 miles
    Test number
    260911117200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,653 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    6,653 miles
    Test number
    280758486451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail6,346 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,346 miles
    Test number
    501731785168
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass6,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    6,346 miles
    Test number
    613701985123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D1 FOR

Does D1 FOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 FOR is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 FOR?
The MOT on D1 FOR is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 FOR done?
D1 FOR was recorded at 23,779 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 828 miles a year.
Has D1 FOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 FOR has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on D1 FOR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on D1 FOR find?
D1 FOR passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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