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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 3,948 cc

T8 NEPMOT history

T8 NEP is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 54,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
54,847 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 NEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 NEP was last recorded at 54,847 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,740 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,847 miles
  • 2023 – 53,740 miles
  • 2021 – 53,449 miles
  • 2019 – 52,821 miles
  • 2018 – 51,513 miles
  • 2015 – 51,053 miles
  • 2013 – 50,921 miles
  • 2012 – 50,814 miles
  • 2011 – 50,545 miles
  • 2010 – 50,179 miles
  • 2009 – 48,536 miles
  • 2007 – 46,866 miles
  • 2006 – 44,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,847 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,847 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    54,847 miles
    Test number
    157480944114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,740 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    53,740 miles
    Test number
    921837571731
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system fouling body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail53,740 miles (+291)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,740 miles
    Test number
    621297766826
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system fouling body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    477802038296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail53,449 miles (+628)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    163778927064
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,821 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,821 miles
    Test number
    568562536848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail52,781 miles (+1,268)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,781 miles
    Test number
    761664100760
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass51,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,513 miles
    Test number
    103494420421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,513 miles (+460)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,513 miles
    Test number
    769910962300
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,053 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,053 miles
    Test number
    378856815467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,921 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,921 miles
    Test number
    267192123195
    • Repaired at testFront Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  12. Pass50,921 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,921 miles
    Test number
    399012523161
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Pass50,814 miles (+269)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,814 miles
    Test number
    216953122410
    • NoteNearside rear drive shaft has a slight oil leak

  14. Pass50,545 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,545 miles
    Test number
    148263301198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,179 miles (+1,643)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,179 miles
    Test number
    761391770065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,536 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    941164869040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,866 miles (+2,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,866 miles
    Test number
    333394837337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,165 miles
    Test number
    471609286267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 NEP

Does T8 NEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 NEP is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 NEP?
The MOT on T8 NEP is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 NEP done?
T8 NEP was recorded at 54,847 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 544 miles a year.
Has T8 NEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 NEP has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T8 NEP 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 T8 NEP find?
T8 NEP passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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