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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 3,950 cc

J8 TRLMOT history

J8 TRL is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 4 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 66,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
66,572 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 TRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,950 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
4 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 TRL was last recorded at 66,572 miles on 21 May 2026, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,461 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
111 miles
Average per year
160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,572 miles
  • 2023 – 66,461 miles
  • 2022 – 65,579 miles
  • 2020 – 64,889 miles
  • 2009 – 64,159 miles
  • 2007 – 63,789 miles
  • 2006 – 63,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,572 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Surface corrosion to chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,572 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    66,572 miles
    Test number
    289031458510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,461 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,461 miles
    Test number
    829344866426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass65,579 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    65,579 miles
    Test number
    528103772746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,889 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,889 miles
    Test number
    969467592098
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to chassis

  5. Fail64,883 miles (+724)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,883 miles
    Test number
    909408038520
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to chassis

  6. Pass64,159 miles (+370)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,159 miles
    Test number
    260068599106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass63,789 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    120257157406
    • Note1,oil leak(s) from engine,transmission & differential

  8. Fail63,789 miles (+458)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    831357257005
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Note1,oil leak(s) from engine,transmission & differential

  9. Pass63,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    63,331 miles
    Test number
    112562056082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,331 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,331 miles
    Test number
    984248246036
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Questions about J8 TRL

Does J8 TRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 TRL is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 TRL?
The MOT on J8 TRL is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 TRL done?
J8 TRL was recorded at 66,572 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 160 miles a year.
Has J8 TRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 TRL has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on J8 TRL 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 J8 TRL find?
J8 TRL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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