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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,546 cc

S88 TVRMOT history

S88 TVR is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
47,310 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 TVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 TVR was last recorded at 47,310 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,011 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
299 miles
Average per year
1,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,310 miles
  • 2025 – 47,011 miles
  • 2024 – 46,547 miles
  • 2023 – 46,413 miles
  • 2022 – 45,898 miles
  • 2020 – 44,099 miles
  • 2019 – 43,388 miles
  • 2018 – 42,403 miles
  • 2017 – 41,375 miles
  • 2016 – 40,206 miles
  • 2015 – 38,926 miles
  • 2014 – 38,579 miles
  • 2013 – 38,353 miles
  • 2012 – 38,184 miles
  • 2011 – 37,950 miles
  • 2010 – 36,487 miles
  • 2009 – 32,644 miles
  • 2008 – 31,234 miles
  • 2007 – 28,574 miles
  • 2006 – 24,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,310 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,310 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    195253544530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass47,011 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    355231219005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,547 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,547 miles
    Test number
    602164888461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,413 miles
    Test number
    995060717682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail46,413 miles (+515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,413 miles
    Test number
    883433828269
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine oil feed pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass45,898 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,898 miles
    Test number
    608558102522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,099 miles (+711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    44,099 miles
    Test number
    278404897931
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass43,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    135370540538
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail43,388 miles (+16)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    598400064143
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail43,372 miles (+969)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    334941160067
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass42,403 miles (+1,028)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,403 miles
    Test number
    472130211847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass41,375 miles (+1,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,375 miles
    Test number
    182338673111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Alloy wheel has a flat spot on the inside edge

  13. Pass40,206 miles (+1,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,206 miles
    Test number
    437286800493
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass38,926 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,926 miles
    Test number
    496375545107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,579 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,579 miles
    Test number
    256046844461
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  16. Fail38,579 miles (+226)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,579 miles
    Test number
    267036644497
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  17. Pass38,353 miles (+169)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,353 miles
    Test number
    689639383090
    • NoteBattery light on display indicating a fault. Adv ise further investigation
    • NoteRev counter intermittently surges to approx 3000rpm with engine remaining at natural idle
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass38,184 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,184 miles
    Test number
    839906972096
    • NoteSlight brake imbalance under light braking

  19. Fail38,180 miles (+230)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,180 miles
    Test number
    146686972485
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass37,950 miles (+1,463)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    629650781037
    • NoteSligh front brake inbalance

  21. Pass36,487 miles (+3,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,487 miles
    Test number
    454726180025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass32,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,644 miles
    Test number
    764661699071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail32,644 miles (+1,410)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,644 miles
    Test number
    604512989031
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExtensive surface corrosion evident on chassis in general

  24. Pass31,234 miles (+2,660)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,234 miles
    Test number
    443459038073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,574 miles (+4,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    28,574 miles
    Test number
    581928957015
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  26. Pass24,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    24,282 miles
    Test number
    480662546023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 TVR

Does S88 TVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 TVR is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 TVR?
The MOT on S88 TVR is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 TVR done?
S88 TVR was recorded at 47,310 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,141 miles a year.
Has S88 TVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 TVR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S88 TVR 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 TVR find?
S88 TVR passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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