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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 4,988 cc

P43 MLBMOT history

P43 MLB is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 25 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 40,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
40,267 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P43 MLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
25 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P43 MLB was last recorded at 40,267 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,255 miles · 29 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,267 miles
  • 2021 – 40,255 miles
  • 2018 – 40,203 miles
  • 2016 – 39,792 miles
  • 2012 – 39,781 miles
  • 2010 – 38,653 miles
  • 2008 – 38,519 miles
  • 2007 – 37,518 miles
  • 2006 – 35,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,267 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

11 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,267 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,267 miles
    Test number
    667386820583
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass40,255 miles (+52)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    40,255 miles
    Test number
    645206770841
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass40,203 miles (+411)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,203 miles
    Test number
    315518449215
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass39,792 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,792 miles
    Test number
    659845828537
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  5. Pass39,781 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    116201652291
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate lights not fitted as standard

  6. Fail39,781 miles (+1,128)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    105660052203
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNumber plate lights not fitted as standard

  7. Pass38,653 miles (+134)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,653 miles
    Test number
    191930930180
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass38,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,519 miles
    Test number
    381387968492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,519 miles (+1,001)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,519 miles
    Test number
    292657168288
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  10. Pass37,518 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,518 miles
    Test number
    742451117266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,427 miles
    Test number
    692296986153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P43 MLB

Does P43 MLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P43 MLB expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P43 MLB?
The MOT on P43 MLB expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P43 MLB done?
P43 MLB was recorded at 40,267 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 258 miles a year.
Has P43 MLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P43 MLB has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2012.
Has the mileage on P43 MLB 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 P43 MLB find?
P43 MLB passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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