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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 4,546 cc

T570 VAXMOT history

T570 VAX is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2025
Mileage
71,974 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T570 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,546 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T570 VAX was last recorded at 71,974 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,276 miles · 16 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
698 miles
Average per year
2,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 71,974 miles
  • 2023 – 71,276 miles
  • 2022 – 69,701 miles
  • 2021 – 67,465 miles
  • 2019 – 63,247 miles
  • 2018 – 60,459 miles
  • 2017 – 56,597 miles
  • 2016 – 53,402 miles
  • 2015 – 50,991 miles
  • 2014 – 47,717 miles
  • 2013 – 45,621 miles
  • 2012 – 43,020 miles
  • 2011 – 40,004 miles
  • 2010 – 35,932 miles
  • 2009 – 35,521 miles
  • 2008 – 33,110 miles
  • 2007 – 31,984 miles
  • 2006 – 27,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,974 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pad thicknesses on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,974 miles (+698)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,974 miles
    Test number
    549350330718
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pad thicknesses on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,276 miles (+1,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,276 miles
    Test number
    130090878332
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass69,701 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    147322424683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,465 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    932500177985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,247 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,247 miles
    Test number
    323606624871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail63,237 miles (+2,778)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,237 miles
    Test number
    746988194509
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass60,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,459 miles
    Test number
    258513423481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,459 miles (+904)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,459 miles
    Test number
    304886861657
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass59,555 miles (+2,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,555 miles
    Test number
    832730306776
    • AdvisoryH/BRAKE CABLES REQUIRE ATTENTION
    • AdvisoryH/LAMPS IN POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKE DISCS IN VERY POOR CONDITION

  10. Pass56,597 miles (+3,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,597 miles
    Test number
    776003157811
    • AdvisoryH/LAMPS GETTING POOR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt TOP SWIVEL (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt TOP SWIVEL (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST STARTING

  11. Pass53,402 miles (+2,411)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    231772417451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,991 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,991 miles
    Test number
    135761145032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,717 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    868461844001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass47,717 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    916231844082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,621 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    776122643011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,020 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,020 miles
    Test number
    526516272037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,004 miles (+4,072)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,004 miles
    Test number
    647040171057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs pitted inner faces

  18. Pass35,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,932 miles
    Test number
    452196770018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,932 miles (+411)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,932 miles
    Test number
    893806870018
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass35,521 miles (+2,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,521 miles
    Test number
    362266949197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass33,110 miles (+1,126)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,110 miles
    Test number
    652518518140
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to surface of sus arms and outter riggers front and rear

  22. Pass31,984 miles (+4,932)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,984 miles
    Test number
    203421717483
    • NoteFront tyres close to limit 205/55zr15
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to front suspension arms

  23. Pass27,052 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,052 miles
    Test number
    141460996028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T570 VAX

Does T570 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T570 VAX expired on 25 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T570 VAX?
The MOT on T570 VAX expired on 25 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T570 VAX done?
T570 VAX was recorded at 71,974 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 2,520 miles a year.
Has T570 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T570 VAX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T570 VAX 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 T570 VAX find?
T570 VAX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded all springs; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front suspension components rusty, and 3 more.

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