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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,952 cc

L4 OHCMOT history

L4 OHC is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 14 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
75,226 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 OHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 OHC was last recorded at 75,226 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,083 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
143 miles
Average per year
2,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,226 miles
  • 2024 – 74,985 miles
  • 2023 – 73,393 miles
  • 2022 – 71,511 miles
  • 2020 – 69,242 miles
  • 2019 – 63,939 miles
  • 2018 – 59,845 miles
  • 2017 – 57,995 miles
  • 2016 – 54,557 miles
  • 2015 – 52,223 miles
  • 2014 – 50,148 miles
  • 2013 – 47,425 miles
  • 2012 – 44,259 miles
  • 2011 – 41,727 miles
  • 2009 – 40,236 miles
  • 2008 – 37,963 miles
  • 2006 – 36,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,226 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Not fully secured to track rod end but still preventing ingress of dirt. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryReduced parking brake performance.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,226 miles (+143)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    75,226 miles
    Test number
    719294964568
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Not fully secured to track rod end but still preventing ingress of dirt. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReduced parking brake performance.

  2. Fail75,083 miles (+98)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,083 miles
    Test number
    191313092461
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking RACK (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail74,985 miles (+1,592)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,985 miles
    Test number
    113224448151
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    441964347518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail73,393 miles (+1,882)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    432730467428
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass71,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    752932312275
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOFF SIDE AND NEAR SIDE WINDSCREEN WASHERS ARE WORKING JUST ENOUGH TO WASH THE SCREEN

  7. Fail71,511 miles (+2,269)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    114374502658
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass69,242 miles (+5,303)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    820466946724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,939 miles (+4,094)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,939 miles
    Test number
    564061315562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    711259790137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,839 miles (+1,844)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,839 miles
    Test number
    718525661098
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass57,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,995 miles
    Test number
    981530039279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,995 miles (+3,438)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,995 miles
    Test number
    876537469485
    • FailureOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass54,557 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    274728382359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,544 miles (+2,321)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    726481150945
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn inner edge

  16. Pass52,223 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,223 miles
    Test number
    435764815133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,148 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    918673814155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,425 miles
    Test number
    786279303175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,416 miles (+3,157)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,416 miles
    Test number
    847269403146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass44,259 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,259 miles
    Test number
    206028412162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,238 miles (+2,511)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,238 miles
    Test number
    448146912111
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass41,727 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,727 miles
    Test number
    688049711121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,725 miles (+1,489)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    226212311110
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  24. Pass40,236 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    763896189261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,115 miles (+1,152)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,115 miles
    Test number
    301760419193
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront upper an lower wishbones have light corrosion.

  26. Pass37,963 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,963 miles
    Test number
    971539338006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,796 miles
    Test number
    660197256200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 OHC

Does L4 OHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 OHC is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L4 OHC?
The MOT on L4 OHC is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 OHC done?
L4 OHC was recorded at 75,226 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,005 miles a year.
Has L4 OHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 OHC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 OHC 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 OHC find?
L4 OHC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt not fully secured to track rod end but still preventing ingress of dirt.; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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