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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 4,546 cc

T260 VVXMOT history

T260 VVX is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 21,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
21,319 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T260 VVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T260 VVX was last recorded at 21,319 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1,028 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
20,291 miles · 30 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,028 miles
Average per year
580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 21,319 miles
  • 2021 – 20,291 miles
  • 2019 – 20,149 miles
  • 2018 – 20,032 miles
  • 2017 – 19,749 miles
  • 2015 – 18,612 miles
  • 2013 – 16,948 miles
  • 2012 – 16,452 miles
  • 2011 – 15,463 miles
  • 2010 – 14,504 miles
  • 2009 – 13,209 miles
  • 2008 – 12,107 miles
  • 2006 – 10,970 miles
  • 2005 – 9,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass21,319 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, 2018–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass21,319 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    21,319 miles
    Test number
    990137105876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass20,291 miles (+142)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    20,291 miles
    Test number
    303384465406
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass20,149 miles (+117)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    20,149 miles
    Test number
    346919319221
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass20,032 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    20,032 miles
    Test number
    966189657225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail20,032 miles (+283)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,032 miles
    Test number
    439841446843
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass19,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,749 miles
    Test number
    748320844154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail19,749 miles (+1,137)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,749 miles
    Test number
    161191572249
    • Repaired at testFront front brake excessively fluctuating Both (3.7.B.3)

  8. Pass18,612 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    18,612 miles
    Test number
    469383715136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass16,948 miles (+496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,948 miles
    Test number
    299241293195
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass16,452 miles (+989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,452 miles
    Test number
    965363472180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass15,463 miles (+959)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,463 miles
    Test number
    505030681129
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r cv boot deteriorated
    • NoteO/s/r cv boot deteriorated

  12. Pass14,504 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,504 miles
    Test number
    774296650121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail13,209 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,209 miles
    Test number
    484276059182
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate beginning to disfigure

  14. Pass13,209 miles (+1,102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,209 miles
    Test number
    740126659145
    • NoteRear number plate beginning to disfigure

  15. Pass12,107 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,107 miles
    Test number
    463773018113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,970 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    10,970 miles
    Test number
    530984936320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    9,372 miles
    Test number
    801978355204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T260 VVX

Does T260 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T260 VVX is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T260 VVX?
The MOT on T260 VVX is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T260 VVX done?
T260 VVX was recorded at 21,319 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 580 miles a year.
Has T260 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T260 VVX has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T260 VVX 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 T260 VVX find?
T260 VVX passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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