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TVR Chimaera

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

T31 LADMOT history

T31 LAD is a yellow petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 10 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 57,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,605 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 LAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 LAD was last recorded at 57,605 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2007: 36,064 miles, lower than 36,200 miles on 2 Mar 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
57,416 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
189 miles
Average per year
1,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,605 miles
  • 2025 – 57,416 miles
  • 2024 – 57,085 miles
  • 2023 – 56,889 miles
  • 2022 – 56,611 miles
  • 2021 – 56,374 miles
  • 2020 – 55,911 miles
  • 2019 – 55,403 miles
  • 2018 – 54,909 miles
  • 2017 – 54,327 miles
  • 2016 – 53,882 miles
  • 2015 – 53,269 miles
  • 2014 – 52,361 miles
  • 2013 – 50,875 miles
  • 2012 – 49,286 miles
  • 2010 – 48,708 miles
  • 2009 – 42,963 miles
  • 2008 – 39,318 miles
  • 2007 – 36,933 miles
  • 2006 – 36,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,605 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass57,605 miles (+189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,605 miles
    Test number
    258696947749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass57,416 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    57,416 miles
    Test number
    670294303909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass57,085 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,085 miles
    Test number
    440115247154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail57,078 miles (+189)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,078 miles
    Test number
    323610622164
    • MajorNearside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,889 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    56,889 miles
    Test number
    454197059404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,611 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    56,611 miles
    Test number
    488472916081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,374 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,374 miles
    Test number
    113156309115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,911 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,911 miles
    Test number
    814147514694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,403 miles
    Test number
    933020368439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,403 miles (+494)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,403 miles
    Test number
    846969687108
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass54,909 miles (+582)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    989642742342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,327 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,327 miles
    Test number
    299088162825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,882 miles
    Test number
    769943833475
    • 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)

  14. Fail53,882 miles (+613)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,882 miles
    Test number
    500176608058
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass53,269 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,269 miles
    Test number
    196981875055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,361 miles (+1,486)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    518652574092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    227991813026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,875 miles (+1,589)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    535477403006
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass49,286 miles (+578)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    149134832487
    • NoteHandbrake effort could be a little better

  20. Pass48,708 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,708 miles
    Test number
    320646690475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,963 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,963 miles
    Test number
    123491819301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,318 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,318 miles
    Test number
    392209498420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,933 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,933 miles
    Test number
    771837697290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass36,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,064 miles
    Test number
    551045277071
    • 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)

  25. Fail36,064 miles (-136)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,064 miles
    Test number
    860175977024
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)

  26. Pass36,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    940331266020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T31 LAD

Does T31 LAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 LAD is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 LAD?
The MOT on T31 LAD is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 LAD done?
T31 LAD was recorded at 57,605 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,062 miles a year.
Has T31 LAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 LAD has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T31 LAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T31 LAD find?
T31 LAD passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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