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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,948 cc

T509 JJFMOT history

T509 JJF is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,429 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T509 JJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T509 JJF was last recorded at 55,429 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,392 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,429 miles
  • 2024 – 55,392 miles
  • 2023 – 55,288 miles
  • 2022 – 55,207 miles
  • 2021 – 55,159 miles
  • 2020 – 55,022 miles
  • 2018 – 54,923 miles
  • 2017 – 54,830 miles
  • 2016 – 54,635 miles
  • 2015 – 54,469 miles
  • 2014 – 54,288 miles
  • 2013 – 54,107 miles
  • 2012 – 53,525 miles
  • 2011 – 52,684 miles
  • 2010 – 50,571 miles
  • 2009 – 50,182 miles
  • 2008 – 49,698 miles
  • 2007 – 49,321 miles
  • 2006 – 41,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,429 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,429 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,429 miles
    Test number
    299147677806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass55,392 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    55,392 miles
    Test number
    543661511389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass55,288 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    55,288 miles
    Test number
    612885575625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,207 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    55,207 miles
    Test number
    157621905411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,159 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,159 miles
    Test number
    607195617952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,022 miles (+99)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    55,022 miles
    Test number
    381422643016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass54,923 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,923 miles
    Test number
    454328110718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,830 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,830 miles
    Test number
    137844597697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,635 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,635 miles
    Test number
    449642378025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,469 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,469 miles
    Test number
    866450315264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,288 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,288 miles
    Test number
    497401414213
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  12. Pass54,107 miles (+582)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,107 miles
    Test number
    276982013239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack end.

  13. Pass53,525 miles (+841)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,525 miles
    Test number
    178137902208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack end.

  14. Pass52,684 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    52,684 miles
    Test number
    835925031253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,995 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,995 miles
    Test number
    665925471009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,571 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,571 miles
    Test number
    551437290174
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSlight movement in offside steering rack arm

  17. Fail50,570 miles (+388)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,570 miles
    Test number
    930926390115
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSlight movement in offside steering rack arm

  18. Pass50,182 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,182 miles
    Test number
    544108079132
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOutter handbrake cable cover chafed
    • NoteVery slight movement in o/s steering rack ball end joint

  19. Fail50,174 miles (+476)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,174 miles
    Test number
    974716879138
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOutter handbrake cable cover chafed
    • NoteVery slight movement in o/s steering rack ball end joint

  20. Pass49,698 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,698 miles
    Test number
    233879378109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,321 miles
    Test number
    943549937184
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail49,321 miles (+7,863)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,321 miles
    Test number
    960669237136
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass41,458 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,458 miles
    Test number
    991310236114
    • NoteNail in osf tyre

Questions about T509 JJF

Does T509 JJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T509 JJF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T509 JJF?
The MOT on T509 JJF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T509 JJF done?
T509 JJF was recorded at 55,429 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 702 miles a year.
Has T509 JJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T509 JJF has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2010.
Has the mileage on T509 JJF 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 T509 JJF find?
T509 JJF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking; nearside front upper suspension component ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking.

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