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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 4,546 cc

L43 TEGMOT history

L43 TEG is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 16 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 49,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2026
Mileage
49,802 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L43 TEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L43 TEG was last recorded at 49,802 miles on 3 Mar 2025, 216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,586 miles · 1 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
216 miles
Average per year
755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,802 miles
  • 2023 – 49,586 miles
  • 2022 – 49,506 miles
  • 2021 – 49,419 miles
  • 2020 – 49,391 miles
  • 2019 – 49,323 miles
  • 2018 – 49,017 miles
  • 2017 – 48,810 miles
  • 2016 – 48,443 miles
  • 2015 – 48,269 miles
  • 2014 – 48,157 miles
  • 2013 – 47,826 miles
  • 2012 – 45,561 miles
  • 2011 – 43,008 miles
  • 2010 – 42,495 miles
  • 2009 – 40,259 miles
  • 2008 – 39,732 miles
  • 2007 – 38,777 miles
  • 2006 – 36,464 miles
  • 2005 – 35,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,802 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,802 miles (+216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,802 miles
    Test number
    979389239728
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass49,586 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    578351866762
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass49,506 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    221979533335
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail49,503 miles (+84)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,503 miles
    Test number
    165266291978
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,419 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,419 miles
    Test number
    483427520098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,391 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,391 miles
    Test number
    165110384391
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,323 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,323 miles
    Test number
    897774467768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,017 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    368498992860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,810 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    600927721422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    558569944294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,443 miles (+174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    877571178137
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass48,269 miles (+112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,269 miles
    Test number
    153458689128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass48,157 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,157 miles
    Test number
    265177644262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,826 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,826 miles
    Test number
    386026043215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,561 miles (+2,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,561 miles
    Test number
    887871652282
    • NoteWiper do not park

  16. Pass43,008 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,008 miles
    Test number
    416419141298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,495 miles (+2,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,495 miles
    Test number
    663754710278
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass40,259 miles (+527)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,259 miles
    Test number
    903134369198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,732 miles
    Test number
    120157678126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,732 miles (+955)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,732 miles
    Test number
    623975578172
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass38,777 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,777 miles
    Test number
    913653227200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,464 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,464 miles
    Test number
    563042196107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  23. Pass36,464 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,464 miles
    Test number
    563842096193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,021 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    35,021 miles
    Test number
    414127815261
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L43 TEG

Does L43 TEG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L43 TEG expired on 2 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L43 TEG?
The MOT on L43 TEG expired on 2 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L43 TEG done?
L43 TEG was recorded at 49,802 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2025, an average of 755 miles a year.
Has L43 TEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L43 TEG has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L43 TEG 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 L43 TEG find?
L43 TEG passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal; oil leak, but not excessive.

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