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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 3,952 cc

L3 SGCMOT history

L3 SGC is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
Not recorded
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 SGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

No odometer readings have been recorded at MOT tests.

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    316345211741
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    753280125874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    366047071712
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt not functioning as intended not returning (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSeat belt not functioning as intended not returning (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    587302549999
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    600212081673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    660980464195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing split (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing split (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925001745555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    419446955650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    592264772349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    331634954086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    144311971900
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Not efficient (3.7.B.5b)

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920904244835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    468472681077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    395916175053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    178354765448
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    359463663243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925892572227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    128766711230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    896009001290
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    410400400214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803458609247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    101207808210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    320835807453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    582058306247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    763592996123
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Questions about L3 SGC

Does L3 SGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 SGC is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 SGC?
The MOT on L3 SGC is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
Has L3 SGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 SGC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
What did the latest MOT on L3 SGC find?
L3 SGC passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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