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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,997 cc

T287 XAXMOT history

T287 XAX is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 39,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
39,571 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T287 XAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T287 XAX was last recorded at 39,571 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 1,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,480 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,091 miles
Average per year
1,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,571 miles
  • 2025 – 38,480 miles
  • 2024 – 37,404 miles
  • 2023 – 36,835 miles
  • 2022 – 35,462 miles
  • 2021 – 33,439 miles
  • 2019 – 31,664 miles
  • 2018 – 30,358 miles
  • 2017 – 27,421 miles
  • 2016 – 27,179 miles
  • 2015 – 27,090 miles
  • 2014 – 26,589 miles
  • 2013 – 26,205 miles
  • 2012 – 25,798 miles
  • 2011 – 24,880 miles
  • 2010 – 24,109 miles
  • 2009 – 22,511 miles
  • 2008 – 21,231 miles
  • 2007 – 20,437 miles
  • 2006 – 18,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,571 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    39,571 miles
    Test number
    786514967689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail39,561 miles (+1,081)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,561 miles
    Test number
    913493980891
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass38,480 miles (+1,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    38,480 miles
    Test number
    205479024221
    • AdvisoryRear hubs and diff leaking slightly

  4. Pass37,404 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    472856567248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,835 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,835 miles
    Test number
    814047117993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,462 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,462 miles
    Test number
    938843670765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,439 miles (+1,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    33,439 miles
    Test number
    984931247001
    • AdvisoryParking brake minimum efficiency of 16% only just met at recorded reading of 17%. Recommend attention required.

  8. Pass31,664 miles (+1,306)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    31,664 miles
    Test number
    109696427718
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside tyre tread depths wearing low,2.0-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine temperature gauge reading high when vehicle stationary,radiator cooling fans inoperative. Radiator core corroded & slightly leaking

  9. Pass30,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    30,358 miles
    Test number
    867841331474
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft outer boot deteriorated

  10. Fail30,358 miles (+2,937)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,358 miles
    Test number
    696604865732
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft outer boot deteriorated

  11. Pass27,421 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,421 miles
    Test number
    788575626291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,344 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    27,344 miles
    Test number
    100726663173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail27,250 miles (+71)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,250 miles
    Test number
    287972668650
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump not working (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass27,179 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    27,179 miles
    Test number
    207364441339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,090 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,090 miles
    Test number
    268763185462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,589 miles (+384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    467821994194
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass26,205 miles (+407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    436581373163
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass25,798 miles (+918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,798 miles
    Test number
    515602672196
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass24,880 miles (+771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,880 miles
    Test number
    816214671136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass24,109 miles (+1,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,109 miles
    Test number
    574976360106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass22,511 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,511 miles
    Test number
    181739669176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,231 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,231 miles
    Test number
    471927728177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,437 miles
    Test number
    300782227126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,436 miles (+2,072)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,436 miles
    Test number
    991212627131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  25. Pass18,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    18,364 miles
    Test number
    474022126110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T287 XAX

Does T287 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T287 XAX is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T287 XAX?
The MOT on T287 XAX is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T287 XAX done?
T287 XAX was recorded at 39,571 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 1,039 miles a year.
Has T287 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T287 XAX has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T287 XAX 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 T287 XAX find?
T287 XAX passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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