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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 4,988 cc

T500 JOHMOT history

T500 JOH is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,733 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 JOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 JOH was last recorded at 73,733 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,024 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
709 miles
Average per year
1,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,733 miles
  • 2025 – 73,024 miles
  • 2024 – 70,658 miles
  • 2023 – 70,030 miles
  • 2022 – 68,496 miles
  • 2021 – 67,030 miles
  • 2020 – 66,571 miles
  • 2019 – 64,933 miles
  • 2018 – 61,232 miles
  • 2017 – 58,735 miles
  • 2016 – 57,286 miles
  • 2015 – 55,739 miles
  • 2014 – 55,074 miles
  • 2013 – 54,569 miles
  • 2010 – 51,446 miles
  • 2009 – 50,177 miles
  • 2008 – 48,117 miles
  • 2007 – 45,854 miles
  • 2006 – 43,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,733 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components covered in underseal.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 From engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • General corrosion to under-side of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,733 miles (+709)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,733 miles
    Test number
    421348325581
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components covered in underseal.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass73,024 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,024 miles
    Test number
    483539221715
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components covered in underseal.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail72,977 miles (+2,319)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    878156064287
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components covered in underseal.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,658 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,658 miles
    Test number
    978272345030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,030 miles (+1,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,030 miles
    Test number
    816745267790
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under-side of vehicle.

  6. Pass68,496 miles (+1,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,496 miles
    Test number
    309006995063
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under-side of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,030 miles
    Test number
    165376154985
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s wearing on the inside edge 225/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive small amount of oil around under-side of engine and gearbox no leaks detected (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under-side of vehicle

  8. Fail67,030 miles (+459)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,030 miles
    Test number
    200996703116
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s wearing on the inside edge 225/50/R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive small amount of oil around under-side of engine and gearbox no leaks detected (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under-side of vehicle

  9. Pass66,571 miles (+1,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,571 miles
    Test number
    663561851618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r15 Dot 50/09 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 50/09 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,933 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    713302012670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,926 miles (+3,694)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,926 miles
    Test number
    482619017345
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass61,232 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,232 miles
    Test number
    253504116221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,125 miles (+2,390)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    157276511692
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis heavily corroded

  14. Pass58,735 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,735 miles
    Test number
    827214073794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,286 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,286 miles
    Test number
    720771082255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,739 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,739 miles
    Test number
    828111895054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,738 miles (+664)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,738 miles
    Test number
    105329985000
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass55,074 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,074 miles
    Test number
    428777794067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,569 miles
    Test number
    795315043186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,757 miles (+3,311)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,757 miles
    Test number
    987565943110
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  21. Pass51,446 miles (+1,269)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    933007050230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,177 miles
    Test number
    871910649272
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    542780849245
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,117 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    211514868251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,854 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,854 miles
    Test number
    960754337284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,844 miles (+1,925)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,844 miles
    Test number
    243192637265
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

  27. Pass43,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,919 miles
    Test number
    761036836266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 JOH

Does T500 JOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 JOH is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 JOH?
The MOT on T500 JOH is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 JOH done?
T500 JOH was recorded at 73,733 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,501 miles a year.
Has T500 JOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 JOH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 JOH 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 T500 JOH find?
T500 JOH passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp insecure; front and rear suspension components covered in underseal.; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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