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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 3,952 cc

L4 CMAMOT history

L4 CMA is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 22,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
22,805 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 CMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 CMA was last recorded at 22,805 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
22,577 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 22,805 miles
  • 2025 – 22,577 miles
  • 2024 – 22,391 miles
  • 2022 – 22,279 miles
  • 2021 – 21,851 miles
  • 2020 – 21,847 miles
  • 2019 – 21,710 miles
  • 2018 – 21,643 miles
  • 2017 – 21,614 miles
  • 2016 – 21,301 miles
  • 2015 – 21,254 miles
  • 2014 – 21,070 miles
  • 2013 – 20,925 miles
  • 2012 – 20,595 miles
  • 2011 – 20,394 miles
  • 2010 – 20,230 miles
  • 2009 – 19,791 miles
  • 2008 – 19,354 miles
  • 2007 – 19,147 miles
  • 2006 – 18,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,805 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.

  • Chassis is starting to rust

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,805 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    22,805 miles
    Test number
    118018109229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass22,577 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    22,577 miles
    Test number
    284995852800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass22,391 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    22,391 miles
    Test number
    717946028228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass22,279 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    22,279 miles
    Test number
    505340312883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,851 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    21,851 miles
    Test number
    210219085792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis is rusting but ok has been overpainted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail21,851 miles (+4)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,851 miles
    Test number
    153148546083
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis is rusting but ok has been overpainted (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass21,847 miles (+137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    21,847 miles
    Test number
    237219502298
    • AdvisoryChassis is starting to rust
  8. Pass21,710 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    21,710 miles
    Test number
    562031133820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,643 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    21,643 miles
    Test number
    774522766211
    • AdvisoryChassis is starting to rust
  10. Pass21,614 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    21,614 miles
    Test number
    306807612412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass21,301 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    21,301 miles
    Test number
    819479682299
    • AdvisoryChassis is starting to rust
  12. Pass21,254 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    21,254 miles
    Test number
    419924779116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,070 miles (+145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,070 miles
    Test number
    879233314220
    • NoteMain chassis is rusting
  14. Pass20,925 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    20,925 miles
    Test number
    535568413279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,595 miles (+201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,595 miles
    Test number
    638453512238
    • NoteHeadlight aims on lower level limit
  16. Pass20,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,394 miles
    Test number
    328104121259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail20,389 miles (+159)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,389 miles
    Test number
    687694721251
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
  18. Pass20,230 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,230 miles
    Test number
    353233720479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,791 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,791 miles
    Test number
    140561219216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,354 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    19,354 miles
    Test number
    321555528426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,147 miles (+289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,147 miles
    Test number
    170800637277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  22. Pass18,858 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,858 miles
    Test number
    313494526430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L4 CMA

Does L4 CMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 CMA is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 CMA?
The MOT on L4 CMA is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 CMA done?
L4 CMA was recorded at 22,805 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 199 miles a year.
Has L4 CMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 CMA has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on L4 CMA 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 L4 CMA find?
L4 CMA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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