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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 3,952 cc

S716 KPOMOT history

S716 KPO is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
78,405 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S716 KPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S716 KPO was last recorded at 78,405 miles on 21 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Oct 2026: 78,405 miles, lower than 78,715 miles on 7 Oct 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,715 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Average per year
1,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,405 miles
  • 2025 – 78,715 miles
  • 2024 – 77,822 miles
  • 2023 – 77,629 miles
  • 2022 – 77,082 miles
  • 2021 – 76,070 miles
  • 2020 – 76,039 miles
  • 2019 – 75,324 miles
  • 2018 – 74,758 miles
  • 2017 – 74,319 miles
  • 2016 – 73,738 miles
  • 2015 – 72,981 miles
  • 2014 – 72,462 miles
  • 2013 – 72,119 miles
  • 2012 – 71,792 miles
  • 2011 – 71,492 miles
  • 2010 – 71,274 miles
  • 2009 – 68,052 miles
  • 2008 – 67,972 miles
  • 2007 – 67,105 miles
  • 2006 – 56,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,405 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.

  • Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,405 miles (-310)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    130858773345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,715 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    78,715 miles
    Test number
    355393208778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,822 miles (+193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    77,822 miles
    Test number
    437452743719
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass77,629 miles (+547)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    248409741447
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  5. Pass77,082 miles (+1,012)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,082 miles
    Test number
    664478205897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass76,070 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,070 miles
    Test number
    679660527538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass76,039 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,039 miles
    Test number
    320547979406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,324 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,324 miles
    Test number
    807230128852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,758 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,758 miles
    Test number
    295777474482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,319 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    992859404710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,738 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,738 miles
    Test number
    995711374215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,981 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,981 miles
    Test number
    188222485435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,462 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    907953984028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,119 miles
    Test number
    358774383129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,119 miles (+327)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,119 miles
    Test number
    489963183177
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
  16. Pass71,792 miles (+300)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,792 miles
    Test number
    926186012256
    • NoteChassis slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside mirror slightly insecure
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed
  17. Pass71,492 miles (+218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,492 miles
    Test number
    349357411447
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  18. Pass71,274 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,274 miles
    Test number
    242633150486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,052 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,052 miles
    Test number
    702425579050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,972 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    804539948145
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  21. Pass67,972 miles (+867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    813459148182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  22. Pass67,105 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,105 miles
    Test number
    800440517108
    • NoteBoth nsr driveshaft boots split
    • NoteChassis rusty
  23. Fail67,105 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,105 miles
    Test number
    983740717110
    • Repaired at testPower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth nsr driveshaft boots split
    • NoteChassis rusty
  24. Fail67,105 miles (+10,236)12 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,105 miles
    Test number
    471435487098
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth nsr driveshaft boots split.
    • NoteChassis rusty.
  25. Pass56,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,869 miles
    Test number
    110023176032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S716 KPO

Does S716 KPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S716 KPO is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S716 KPO?
The MOT on S716 KPO is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S716 KPO done?
S716 KPO was recorded at 78,405 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 1,045 miles a year.
Has S716 KPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S716 KPO has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on S716 KPO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Oct 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S716 KPO find?
S716 KPO passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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