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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 3,592 cc

K44 AFSMOT history

K44 AFS is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 18 Jun 1993. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 50,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
50,747 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 AFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,592 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 AFS was last recorded at 50,747 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,585 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
162 miles
Average per year
549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 50,747 miles
  • 2023 – 50,585 miles
  • 2022 – 50,569 miles
  • 2021 – 50,485 miles
  • 2020 – 50,332 miles
  • 2019 – 49,924 miles
  • 2018 – 49,583 miles
  • 2017 – 49,428 miles
  • 2014 – 48,725 miles
  • 2013 – 48,567 miles
  • 2011 – 46,673 miles
  • 2010 – 46,411 miles
  • 2009 – 46,238 miles
  • 2008 – 45,914 miles
  • 2007 – 45,731 miles
  • 2006 – 43,202 miles
  • 2005 – 40,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,747 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,747 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    50,747 miles
    Test number
    489579272395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,585 miles (+16)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,585 miles
    Test number
    739972110450
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,569 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,569 miles
    Test number
    616456106722
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass50,485 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,485 miles
    Test number
    228535526419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,332 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    155538592489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,924 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    941112073776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,583 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    239213144876
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail49,581 miles (+63)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,581 miles
    Test number
    682413173078
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail49,518 miles (+90)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,518 miles
    Test number
    962444629370
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Wipers do not stop in park position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass49,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    701407401516
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension and frame
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  11. Fail49,428 miles (+703)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    178842279444
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension and frame
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  12. Pass48,725 miles (+158)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,725 miles
    Test number
    117938074057
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass48,567 miles (+1,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,567 miles
    Test number
    468860703178
    • NoteFront tyres perished

  14. Pass46,673 miles (+262)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,673 miles
    Test number
    177036101383
    • NoteNearside front wishbone corroded
    • NoteRear outriggers corroded

  15. Pass46,411 miles (+173)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,411 miles
    Test number
    704268400357
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteNearside front wishbone starting to rust
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear chassis startimg to corrode

  16. Pass46,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,238 miles
    Test number
    143053699244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,238 miles (+324)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,238 miles
    Test number
    263402099250
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Pass45,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,914 miles
    Test number
    423694988212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,914 miles (+183)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,914 miles
    Test number
    961005778296
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass45,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    45,731 miles
    Test number
    681490447229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail45,731 miles (+2,529)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,731 miles
    Test number
    842540547218
    • Repaired at testNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass43,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    923337546280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,202 miles (+2,811)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    580037346266
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass40,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    231525355263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail40,391 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    434605155238
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about K44 AFS

Does K44 AFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K44 AFS expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K44 AFS?
The MOT on K44 AFS expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K44 AFS done?
K44 AFS was recorded at 50,747 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 549 miles a year.
Has K44 AFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 AFS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on K44 AFS 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 K44 AFS find?
K44 AFS passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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