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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 3,952 cc

S88 TLSMOT history

S88 TLS is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 22 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 37,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
37,735 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 TLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 TLS was last recorded at 37,735 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,262 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
473 miles
Average per year
744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,735 miles
  • 2025 – 37,262 miles
  • 2024 – 37,042 miles
  • 2023 – 36,552 miles
  • 2021 – 36,366 miles
  • 2019 – 36,241 miles
  • 2018 – 35,769 miles
  • 2017 – 35,120 miles
  • 2016 – 34,338 miles
  • 2015 – 33,718 miles
  • 2014 – 33,019 miles
  • 2013 – 32,312 miles
  • 2012 – 31,685 miles
  • 2011 – 30,408 miles
  • 2010 – 29,358 miles
  • 2009 – 28,039 miles
  • 2008 – 26,554 miles
  • 2007 – 25,982 miles
  • 2006 – 23,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,735 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,735 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    37,735 miles
    Test number
    268640743976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass37,262 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    37,262 miles
    Test number
    890599491033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass37,042 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    674607403195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,552 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    36,552 miles
    Test number
    911000883813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,366 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    36,366 miles
    Test number
    872335039954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,241 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,241 miles
    Test number
    241929843576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,769 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,769 miles
    Test number
    764100645085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,120 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,120 miles
    Test number
    331328883906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,338 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,338 miles
    Test number
    380659519714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,718 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,718 miles
    Test number
    184215794823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,019 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,019 miles
    Test number
    357075294240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,312 miles
    Test number
    208490513309
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail32,312 miles (+627)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,312 miles
    Test number
    695464903372
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass31,685 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,685 miles
    Test number
    588806482223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,408 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,408 miles
    Test number
    287386601313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,358 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    532885790298
    • NoteRear hub seals leaking
  17. Fail29,358 miles (+1,319)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    564515090214
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear hub seals leaking
  18. Pass28,039 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,039 miles
    Test number
    602753509380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,554 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,554 miles
    Test number
    422061018433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,982 miles (+2,904)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,982 miles
    Test number
    573868427264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteIndicator stork worn
  21. Pass23,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,078 miles
    Test number
    904256596152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,078 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,078 miles
    Test number
    391043596125
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear driveshaft outer gaiter split
    • NoteOffside rear driveshaft outer gaiter split

Questions about S88 TLS

Does S88 TLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 TLS is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 TLS?
The MOT on S88 TLS is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 TLS done?
S88 TLS was recorded at 37,735 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 744 miles a year.
Has S88 TLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 TLS has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2013.
Has the mileage on S88 TLS 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 S88 TLS find?
S88 TLS passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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