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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

T220 LACMOT history

T220 LAC is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 57,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
57,075 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T220 LAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T220 LAC was last recorded at 57,075 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,883 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
192 miles
Average per year
1,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,075 miles
  • 2025 – 56,883 miles
  • 2024 – 56,517 miles
  • 2023 – 56,173 miles
  • 2022 – 55,743 miles
  • 2021 – 55,241 miles
  • 2020 – 54,858 miles
  • 2019 – 54,581 miles
  • 2018 – 53,691 miles
  • 2017 – 52,278 miles
  • 2016 – 50,881 miles
  • 2014 – 49,839 miles
  • 2013 – 49,032 miles
  • 2012 – 44,046 miles
  • 2011 – 40,185 miles
  • 2010 – 30,251 miles
  • 2009 – 29,863 miles
  • 2008 – 28,982 miles
  • 2007 – 28,373 miles
  • 2006 – 27,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,075 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 Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Light switch panel insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,075 miles (+192)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    736065429651
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass56,883 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    645259753105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,517 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    56,517 miles
    Test number
    487235907344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,173 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    56,173 miles
    Test number
    855065908392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    55,743 miles
    Test number
    582233543548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,743 miles (+502)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,743 miles
    Test number
    382125801080
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  7. Pass55,241 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,241 miles
    Test number
    165798647821
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail55,241 miles (+383)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,241 miles
    Test number
    761200578152
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,858 miles
    Test number
    468947684990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,858 miles (+277)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,858 miles
    Test number
    894282682339
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Bonnet (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass54,581 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    866988397279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre repiared puncture
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight switch panel insecure

  12. Fail54,581 miles (+890)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    345511190694
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre repaired puncture
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis outriggers and suspension components and fixings in poor corroded condition front and rear
    • AdvisoryLight switch panel insecure

  13. Pass53,691 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,691 miles
    Test number
    908860904860
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail53,688 miles (+1,410)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,688 miles
    Test number
    943117940004
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass52,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,278 miles
    Test number
    819368128275
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail52,278 miles (+1,397)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,278 miles
    Test number
    200063083569
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system slightly tight lock to lock (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in very poor condition

  17. Pass50,881 miles (+1,042)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,881 miles
    Test number
    463896838238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,839 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,839 miles
    Test number
    447974894248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,032 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,032 miles
    Test number
    915284403350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,031 miles (+4,985)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,031 miles
    Test number
    995313303310
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass44,046 miles (+3,861)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,046 miles
    Test number
    166625772242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,185 miles (+9,934)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,185 miles
    Test number
    596282361150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,251 miles (+388)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,251 miles
    Test number
    262709550138
    • NoteAll rear cv boots perished

  24. Pass29,863 miles (+881)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,863 miles
    Test number
    900196139286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  25. Pass28,982 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,982 miles
    Test number
    752101168230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,769 miles (+396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,769 miles
    Test number
    792731358140
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass28,373 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,373 miles
    Test number
    791633367175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,318 miles (+1,161)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,318 miles
    Test number
    943512267191
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth outer driveshaft boots split

  29. Pass27,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,157 miles
    Test number
    201666736458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T220 LAC

Does T220 LAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T220 LAC is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T220 LAC?
The MOT on T220 LAC is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T220 LAC done?
T220 LAC was recorded at 57,075 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 1,484 miles a year.
Has T220 LAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T220 LAC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T220 LAC 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 T220 LAC find?
T220 LAC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective.

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