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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 3,952 cc

L7 JTFMOT history

L7 JTF is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 4 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,357 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 JTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
4 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 JTF was last recorded at 98,357 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,621 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
736 miles
Average per year
1,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,357 miles
  • 2025 – 97,621 miles
  • 2024 – 96,946 miles
  • 2023 – 95,972 miles
  • 2022 – 95,007 miles
  • 2021 – 94,884 miles
  • 2019 – 93,841 miles
  • 2018 – 93,373 miles
  • 2017 – 92,574 miles
  • 2016 – 91,002 miles
  • 2015 – 89,917 miles
  • 2014 – 88,999 miles
  • 2013 – 87,462 miles
  • 2012 – 86,654 miles
  • 2008 – 84,673 miles
  • 2007 – 76,622 miles
  • 2006 – 73,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,357 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks throughout engine/ drive train (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn All lower shock bushes split/ perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis out riggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,357 miles (+736)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,357 miles
    Test number
    529250584860
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks throughout engine/ drive train (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn All lower shock bushes split/ perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis out riggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass97,621 miles (+675)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,621 miles
    Test number
    828752783048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facings corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facings corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outriggers corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass96,946 miles (+974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,946 miles
    Test number
    209337265894
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,972 miles (+965)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,972 miles
    Test number
    222930763736
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,007 miles
    Test number
    577711698256
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Fail95,007 miles (+123)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,007 miles
    Test number
    204688400680
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass94,884 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,884 miles
    Test number
    674635219773
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail94,839 miles (+998)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,839 miles
    Test number
    268239879976
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Not retracting (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,841 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,841 miles
    Test number
    443373463933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,373 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,373 miles
    Test number
    277421453023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,574 miles (+1,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,574 miles
    Test number
    325540615595
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass91,002 miles (+1,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,002 miles
    Test number
    846035826974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass89,917 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,917 miles
    Test number
    258746155425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,999 miles (+1,537)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,999 miles
    Test number
    119981164145
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Pass87,462 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,462 miles
    Test number
    106179643117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,654 miles (+1,981)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,654 miles
    Test number
    548296352149
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass84,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,673 miles
    Test number
    114413868071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,673 miles (+8,051)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,673 miles
    Test number
    233767158000
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass76,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    121573757499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,622 miles (+2,782)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    101313757404
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass73,840 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    73,840 miles
    Test number
    900799086037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,837 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    111701986415
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L7 JTF

Does L7 JTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 JTF is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 JTF?
The MOT on L7 JTF is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 JTF done?
L7 JTF was recorded at 98,357 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 1,206 miles a year.
Has L7 JTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 JTF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 JTF 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 L7 JTF find?
L7 JTF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front suspension arms corroded, and 5 more.

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