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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

T39 NBLMOT history

T39 NBL is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 45,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
45,867 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T39 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T39 NBL was last recorded at 45,867 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,701 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,867 miles
  • 2025 – 45,701 miles
  • 2024 – 45,326 miles
  • 2022 – 45,190 miles
  • 2018 – 45,019 miles
  • 2017 – 44,716 miles
  • 2016 – 43,758 miles
  • 2015 – 40,890 miles
  • 2014 – 40,795 miles
  • 2013 – 38,044 miles
  • 2012 – 37,472 miles
  • 2011 – 36,889 miles
  • 2010 – 36,594 miles
  • 2009 – 35,612 miles
  • 2008 – 35,093 miles
  • 2007 – 34,020 miles
  • 2006 – 32,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,867 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.

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,867 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    45,867 miles
    Test number
    627978985689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,701 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    282598547231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,326 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,326 miles
    Test number
    431696931521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass45,190 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    45,190 miles
    Test number
    420032623592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,019 miles (+303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,019 miles
    Test number
    324858897596
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight surface rust on chassis

  6. Pass44,716 miles (+958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,716 miles
    Test number
    643063449234
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  7. Pass43,758 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,758 miles
    Test number
    776268685991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,890 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,890 miles
    Test number
    408991555031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,795 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,795 miles
    Test number
    756568184103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    319243463166
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Fail38,044 miles (+572)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    846683963175
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass37,472 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,472 miles
    Test number
    259251862431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,889 miles (+295)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,889 miles
    Test number
    228299651174
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear outer drive shaft gaiters perished.

  14. Pass36,594 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,594 miles
    Test number
    474841260143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,612 miles (+519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    323975759109
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Fail35,093 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,093 miles
    Test number
    674556558137
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  17. Pass35,093 miles (+1,073)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,093 miles
    Test number
    822616758159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  18. Pass34,020 miles (+1,238)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,020 miles
    Test number
    443018187099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass32,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,782 miles
    Test number
    743967866060
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T39 NBL

Does T39 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T39 NBL is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T39 NBL?
The MOT on T39 NBL is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T39 NBL done?
T39 NBL was recorded at 45,867 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 651 miles a year.
Has T39 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T39 NBL has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2013.
Has the mileage on T39 NBL 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 T39 NBL find?
T39 NBL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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