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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 4,546 cc

S78 APAMOT history

S78 APA is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 19 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 69,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,083 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 APA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 APA was last recorded at 69,083 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,029 miles · 20 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
2,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,083 miles
  • 2020 – 69,029 miles
  • 2018 – 69,029 miles
  • 2017 – 69,025 miles
  • 2016 – 69,003 miles
  • 2015 – 67,724 miles
  • 2014 – 66,561 miles
  • 2013 – 64,250 miles
  • 2012 – 62,890 miles
  • 2011 – 60,971 miles
  • 2010 – 56,947 miles
  • 2009 – 51,575 miles
  • 2008 – 44,098 miles
  • 2007 – 34,555 miles
  • 2006 – 23,660 miles
  • 2005 – 23,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,083 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,083 miles (+54)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    256501000694
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass69,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,029 miles
    Test number
    823556197572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,029 miles
    Test number
    672060403671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail69,029 miles (+4)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,029 miles
    Test number
    670959641708
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail69,025 miles (+22)19 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,025 miles
    Test number
    939628015384
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid insercure (8.2.3)

  6. Fail69,003 miles (+1,279)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    320227573667
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  7. Pass67,724 miles (+1,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    245958485127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Pass66,561 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,561 miles
    Test number
    857827104118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  9. Fail66,519 miles (+2,269)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    755425204158
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass64,250 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,250 miles
    Test number
    499483403194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,890 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,890 miles
    Test number
    116687362482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,971 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,971 miles
    Test number
    508894181044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,947 miles (+5,372)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,947 miles
    Test number
    310685480078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight diff oil leak
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  14. Pass51,575 miles (+7,477)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    382041439077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,098 miles (+9,543)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,098 miles
    Test number
    394587148005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,555 miles (+10,895)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    202791117071
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust seems slightly loud ............

  17. Pass23,660 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    23,660 miles
    Test number
    860722316069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,044 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    23,044 miles
    Test number
    451980465251
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres near legal limit and nearside and offside front tyres wearing on outer edges

Questions about S78 APA

Does S78 APA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 APA is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 APA?
The MOT on S78 APA is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 APA done?
S78 APA was recorded at 69,083 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,193 miles a year.
Has S78 APA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 APA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on S78 APA 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 S78 APA find?
S78 APA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective.

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