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TVR Chimaera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 4,997 cc

T679 RTAMOT history

T679 RTA is a green petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 46,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
46,042 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T679 RTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T679 RTA was last recorded at 46,042 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,308 miles · 31 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
734 miles
Average per year
873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 46,042 miles
  • 2019 – 45,308 miles
  • 2018 – 44,430 miles
  • 2017 – 43,820 miles
  • 2016 – 42,669 miles
  • 2015 – 42,099 miles
  • 2014 – 41,008 miles
  • 2013 – 39,676 miles
  • 2012 – 39,399 miles
  • 2011 – 38,362 miles
  • 2010 – 37,056 miles
  • 2009 – 36,008 miles
  • 2008 – 35,017 miles
  • 2007 – 33,507 miles
  • 2006 – 32,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,042 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Borderline (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryReverse light inopRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass46,042 miles (+734)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    46,042 miles
    Test number
    871488896700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Borderline (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  2. Pass45,308 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    953994068089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  3. Fail45,308 miles (+878)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    108167460230
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  4. Pass44,430 miles (+610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    44,430 miles
    Test number
    709441271821
    • AdvisoryAll 4 chassis corners corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass43,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    542305672923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail43,820 miles (+1,151)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    817888091640
    • Repaired at testRear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position don't stay closed (6.4.1)

  7. Pass42,669 miles (+570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,669 miles
    Test number
    386282130331
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion All corners have heavy corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Pass42,099 miles (+53)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,099 miles
    Test number
    498109615180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 chassis corners very rusty
    • NoteSlight pas leak from u bend

  9. Fail42,046 miles (+1,038)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,046 miles
    Test number
    597387615166
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 chassis corners very rusty
    • NoteSlight pas leak from u bend

  10. Pass41,008 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,008 miles
    Test number
    328165304194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChassis corroded in places
    • NoteExhaust rubber mount split but exhaust secure

  11. Fail41,007 miles (+1,331)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,007 miles
    Test number
    538274204177
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChassis corroded in places
    • NoteExhaust rubber mount split but exhaust secure

  12. Pass39,676 miles (+277)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,676 miles
    Test number
    569619113122
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery warning light on with ignition off
    • NoteCenter of exhaust rubber mounting worn

  13. Pass39,399 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    237752702133
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass38,362 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,362 miles
    Test number
    327947291079
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail38,362 miles (+1,306)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,362 miles
    Test number
    509297891048
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass37,056 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,056 miles
    Test number
    543009280094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,008 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,008 miles
    Test number
    794676489071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,017 miles (+1,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,017 miles
    Test number
    490868588088
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass33,507 miles (+1,150)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,507 miles
    Test number
    393748877062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,357 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,357 miles
    Test number
    252470786009
    • NoteReverse light in-op

  21. Fail32,357 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,357 miles
    Test number
    453740786064
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteReverse light in-op

Questions about T679 RTA

Does T679 RTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T679 RTA expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T679 RTA?
The MOT on T679 RTA expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T679 RTA done?
T679 RTA was recorded at 46,042 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 873 miles a year.
Has T679 RTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T679 RTA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T679 RTA 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 T679 RTA find?
T679 RTA passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil borderline; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outrigger; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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