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TVR Chimaera

Purple · Petrol · 1995 · 3,952 cc

TVR 455MOT history

TVR 455 is a purple petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 19 Jun 1995. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
97,002 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TVR 455
Registration format
Dateless
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
19 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TVR 455 was last recorded at 97,002 miles on 23 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,002 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,002 miles
  • 2022 – 97,001 miles
  • 2021 – 96,943 miles
  • 2019 – 96,848 miles
  • 2018 – 96,723 miles
  • 2017 – 96,555 miles
  • 2016 – 96,401 miles
  • 2015 – 95,791 miles
  • 2014 – 94,924 miles
  • 2013 – 94,921 miles
  • 2012 – 93,650 miles
  • 2011 – 92,711 miles
  • 2010 – 86,851 miles
  • 2009 – 81,011 miles
  • 2008 – 75,227 miles
  • 2007 – 74,194 miles
  • 2005 – 73,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,002 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Power steering heavy operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    363451571861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail97,002 miles (+1)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    258561441996
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryDash lights dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,001 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,001 miles
    Test number
    376995619700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,943 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,943 miles
    Test number
    869032860811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,848 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    152480165152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,723 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,723 miles
    Test number
    804191394548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    218092288059
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering heavy operation

  8. Fail96,555 miles (+154)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    531760104065
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering heavy operation

  9. Pass96,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,401 miles
    Test number
    393522214944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,401 miles (+610)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,401 miles
    Test number
    988982709080
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass95,791 miles (+867)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,791 miles
    Test number
    925475235019
    • NoteDrivers seat only fitted
    • NoteHand brake stiff
    • NoteWiring and battery fittment

  12. Pass94,924 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,924 miles
    Test number
    556627234053
    • NoteHand brake low reading, bedding in

  13. Fail94,921 miles (+1,271)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,921 miles
    Test number
    239172353386
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake disc's badly corroded

  14. Pass93,650 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    785705952390
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine cutting out hot

  15. Fail93,650 miles (+939)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    526324752363
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDrivers window inop
    • NoteEngine cutting out hot

  16. Pass92,711 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    92,711 miles
    Test number
    736758101318
    • NoteCorrosion on front and rear brake disc's.

  17. Fail92,711 miles (+5,860)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,711 miles
    Test number
    237795001303
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion on front and rear brake disc's.

  18. Pass86,851 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,851 miles
    Test number
    793146230227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,011 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    81,011 miles
    Test number
    422890149256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,227 miles (+1,033)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    75,227 miles
    Test number
    183562648263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront brake hose ferrules starting to corrode.
    • NoteSlight crack around n/s/f body mount.

  21. Pass74,194 miles (+461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    74,194 miles
    Test number
    532887257122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass73,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    73,733 miles
    Test number
    974463635320
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about TVR 455

What vehicle is registration TVR 455 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TVR 455 on a purple petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 19 Jun 1995. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TVR 455 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on TVR 455 expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on TVR 455?
The MOT on TVR 455 expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has TVR 455 done?
TVR 455 was recorded at 97,002 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2025, an average of 1,195 miles a year.
Has TVR 455 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TVR 455 has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on TVR 455 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 TVR 455 find?
TVR 455 passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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