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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

T199 KADMOT history

T199 KAD is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
89,611 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T199 KAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T199 KAD was last recorded at 89,611 miles on 14 May 2026, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,547 miles · 15 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
1,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,611 miles
  • 2023 – 89,547 miles
  • 2019 – 89,414 miles
  • 2018 – 87,647 miles
  • 2017 – 87,280 miles
  • 2016 – 85,160 miles
  • 2015 – 83,345 miles
  • 2014 – 81,109 miles
  • 2013 – 77,346 miles
  • 2012 – 74,486 miles
  • 2011 – 71,328 miles
  • 2010 – 68,777 miles
  • 2009 – 64,661 miles
  • 2008 – 60,915 miles
  • 2007 – 56,715 miles
  • 2006 – 49,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,611 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside door mirror poorly mounted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,611 miles
    Test number
    829108595696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail89,611 miles (+64)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,611 miles
    Test number
    963938958240
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass89,547 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,547 miles
    Test number
    843283418348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,414 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,414 miles
    Test number
    574493081573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,647 miles
    Test number
    200638490468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,647 miles (+367)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,647 miles
    Test number
    449081461351
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Supercharger hose disconnected/ loose hanging off!! (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass87,280 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,280 miles
    Test number
    283883827997
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror poorly mounted

  8. Fail87,280 miles (+2,120)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,280 miles
    Test number
    621399200347
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror poorly mounted

  9. Pass85,160 miles (+1,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,160 miles
    Test number
    405490866316
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass83,345 miles (+2,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,345 miles
    Test number
    685813885040
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  11. Pass81,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,109 miles
    Test number
    125280284082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,109 miles (+3,763)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,109 miles
    Test number
    116257574484
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNSR inner drive shaft gaitor split
    • NoteOSR outer drive shaft gaitor split
    • NoteOil leak from diff
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  13. Pass77,346 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    626060503152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear outer CV joint gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear outer CV joint gaiter torn

  14. Fail77,346 miles (+2,860)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    277550603146
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear outer CV joint gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear outer CV joint gaiter torn

  15. Pass74,486 miles (+3,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,486 miles
    Test number
    207785172041
    • NoteVarious small oil leaks.

  16. Pass71,328 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,328 miles
    Test number
    356817161033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,777 miles (+4,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,777 miles
    Test number
    771769880049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass64,661 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,661 miles
    Test number
    483018579072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,915 miles (+4,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,915 miles
    Test number
    194461878466
    • NoteNS door mirror loose

  20. Pass56,715 miles (+6,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    150502887051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,900 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    142456376477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,870 miles (+10)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,870 miles
    Test number
    753339766009
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  23. Fail49,860 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,860 miles
    Test number
    930482466053
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Questions about T199 KAD

Does T199 KAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T199 KAD is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T199 KAD?
The MOT on T199 KAD is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T199 KAD done?
T199 KAD was recorded at 89,611 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 1,968 miles a year.
Has T199 KAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T199 KAD has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T199 KAD 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 T199 KAD find?
T199 KAD passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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