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TVR Chimaera

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,952 cc

S31 PMCMOT history

S31 PMC is a silver petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 7 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 68,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
68,521 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 PMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 PMC was last recorded at 68,521 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,521 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,521 miles
  • 2025 – 68,438 miles
  • 2024 – 68,271 miles
  • 2023 – 68,166 miles
  • 2021 – 67,669 miles
  • 2020 – 66,711 miles
  • 2018 – 65,714 miles
  • 2017 – 65,652 miles
  • 2016 – 65,039 miles
  • 2015 – 64,293 miles
  • 2014 – 63,258 miles
  • 2013 – 61,987 miles
  • 2012 – 59,937 miles
  • 2011 – 58,279 miles
  • 2010 – 55,689 miles
  • 2009 – 53,423 miles
  • 2008 – 51,759 miles
  • 2007 – 48,787 miles
  • 2006 – 45,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,521 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    68,521 miles
    Test number
    382557893936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail68,521 miles (+83)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,521 miles
    Test number
    698991686554
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass68,438 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    68,438 miles
    Test number
    927388849644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,271 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,271 miles
    Test number
    976259001223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,252 miles (+86)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,252 miles
    Test number
    494408031122
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,166 miles (+497)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,166 miles
    Test number
    176041100011
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass67,669 miles (+958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,669 miles
    Test number
    223065661771
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE EFFORTS POOR
    • AdvisoryHEADLIGHTS CORRODING

  8. Pass66,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    799289911294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,711 miles (+997)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    643733336972
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,714 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,714 miles
    Test number
    902414973001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail65,653 miles (+1)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    797299667457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  12. Pass65,652 miles (+613)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,652 miles
    Test number
    825890904302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,039 miles (+746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,039 miles
    Test number
    309270818488
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to approx. 3mm

  14. Pass64,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,293 miles
    Test number
    895231935148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,293 miles (+1,035)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,293 miles
    Test number
    685237225129
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteWaring light illuminated on dash

  16. Pass63,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,258 miles
    Test number
    416199624183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail63,258 miles (+1,271)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,258 miles
    Test number
    745499824145
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass61,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    358767833103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,987 miles (+2,050)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    299684333456
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass59,937 miles (+1,658)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,937 miles
    Test number
    917836212171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,279 miles
    Test number
    838827411172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,279 miles (+2,590)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,279 miles
    Test number
    956967111184
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass55,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    192140020182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,689 miles (+2,266)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    552769110147
    • FailureNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass53,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    573265729178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,423 miles (+1,664)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    973880129180
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  27. Pass51,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,759 miles
    Test number
    902458628196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,759 miles (+2,972)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,759 miles
    Test number
    993106918149
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass48,787 miles (+2,972)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    48,787 miles
    Test number
    460446607072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    45,815 miles
    Test number
    340060916029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail45,819 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,819 miles
    Test number
    291430516074
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S31 PMC

Does S31 PMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 PMC is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 PMC?
The MOT on S31 PMC is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 PMC done?
S31 PMC was recorded at 68,521 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 1,110 miles a year.
Has S31 PMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 PMC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 PMC 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 S31 PMC find?
S31 PMC passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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