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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

T594 RSFMOT history

T594 RSF is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 62,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2023
Mileage
62,805 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T594 RSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T594 RSF was last recorded at 62,805 miles on 8 Aug 2022, 1,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,246 miles · 23 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
1,559 miles
Average per year
1,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,805 miles
  • 2018 – 61,246 miles
  • 2017 – 60,904 miles
  • 2012 – 58,178 miles
  • 2011 – 57,026 miles
  • 2010 – 56,249 miles
  • 2009 – 51,822 miles
  • 2008 – 48,222 miles
  • 2007 – 44,201 miles
  • 2006 – 39,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,805 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,805 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,805 miles
    Test number
    461280068678
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,803 miles (+1,557)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,803 miles
    Test number
    603588246163
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,246 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,246 miles
    Test number
    431145553630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,904 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,904 miles
    Test number
    117688338883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,178 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    905039062284
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  6. Pass58,178 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    976619262228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail57,902 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,902 miles
    Test number
    325767342195
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewalls splitting/deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall splitting/deteriorating

  8. Pass57,902 miles (+876)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,902 miles
    Test number
    377037342110
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewalls splitting/deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall splitting/deteriorating

  9. Pass57,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,026 miles
    Test number
    636320371007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,026 miles (+777)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,026 miles
    Test number
    995826041022
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded/pitted on inner faces
    • NoteCertain areas of space frame have surface corrosion
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from l/h manifold area

  11. Pass56,249 miles (+4,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,249 miles
    Test number
    912203150078
    • NoteBrake discs starting to rust

  12. Pass51,822 miles (+145)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,822 miles
    Test number
    552812649048
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside & offside rear outer driveshaft gaiters in poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear inner driveshaft gaiter in poor condition

  13. Fail51,677 miles (+3,455)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,677 miles
    Test number
    611594139078
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside & offside rear outer driveshaft gaiters in poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear inner driveshaft gaiter in poor condition
    • NotePower steering fluid level low

  14. Pass48,222 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    823742178004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,201 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,201 miles
    Test number
    662894977097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    863592086043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,639 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    383390686037
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about T594 RSF

Does T594 RSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T594 RSF expired on 7 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T594 RSF?
The MOT on T594 RSF expired on 7 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T594 RSF done?
T594 RSF was recorded at 62,805 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2022, an average of 1,414 miles a year.
Has T594 RSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T594 RSF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T594 RSF 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 T594 RSF find?
T594 RSF passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive transmission; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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