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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 4,546 cc

R174 DNPMOT history

R174 DNP is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,626 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R174 DNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R174 DNP was last recorded at 106,626 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 1,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,231 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,395 miles
Average per year
1,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,626 miles
  • 2024 – 105,231 miles
  • 2022 – 104,303 miles
  • 2021 – 103,820 miles
  • 2020 – 103,690 miles
  • 2019 – 103,206 miles
  • 2012 – 102,243 miles
  • 2011 – 100,053 miles
  • 2010 – 98,763 miles
  • 2009 – 96,922 miles
  • 2008 – 91,112 miles
  • 2007 – 84,362 miles
  • 2006 – 75,218 miles
  • 2005 – 69,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,626 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,626 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,626 miles
    Test number
    403455550401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,231 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    105,231 miles
    Test number
    190352483263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,303 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,303 miles
    Test number
    459783481021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,820 miles (+130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    103,820 miles
    Test number
    301646318406
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,690 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    103,690 miles
    Test number
    511974564998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,688 miles (+482)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,688 miles
    Test number
    445530391167
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass103,206 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,206 miles
    Test number
    910841805958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,243 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    206058132357
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  9. Pass102,243 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    485018432308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,053 miles (+1,290)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    475270151439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,763 miles
    Test number
    574210580200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,763 miles (+1,841)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,763 miles
    Test number
    302960880266
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUpper suspension ball joint cover split

  13. Pass96,922 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,922 miles
    Test number
    791831289288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  14. Fail96,922 miles (+5,810)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,922 miles
    Test number
    602029979264
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  15. Pass91,112 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    91,112 miles
    Test number
    300672788476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to deteriorate
    • NotePLEASE NOTE>ALL FRAMEWORK SUSPENION ARMS STARTING TO SHOW CORROSION SIGNS

  16. Fail91,112 miles (+6,750)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,112 miles
    Test number
    984322988283
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront wiper blades starting to deteriorate
    • NotePLEASE NOTE>ALL FRAMEWORK SUSPENION ARMS STARTING TO SHOW CORROSION SIGNS

  17. Pass84,362 miles (+9,144)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    84,362 miles
    Test number
    521807277298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  18. Pass75,218 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    75,218 miles
    Test number
    182976286214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,771 miles (+5,703)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    280206976228
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteNearside front top ball joint boot split
    • NoteRear cv boots badly perished
    • NoteRear discs corroded , pitted and scored
    • NoteRear number plate lights dim
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  20. Fail69,068 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,068 miles
    Test number
    524266455247
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Questions about R174 DNP

Does R174 DNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R174 DNP is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R174 DNP?
The MOT on R174 DNP is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R174 DNP done?
R174 DNP was recorded at 106,626 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 1,835 miles a year.
Has R174 DNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R174 DNP has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2020.
Has the mileage on R174 DNP 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 R174 DNP find?
R174 DNP passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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