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TVR Chimaera

Purple · Petrol · 2000 · 3,952 cc

V20 RCMMOT history

V20 RCM is a purple petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 28 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
70,597 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 RCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V20 RCM was last recorded at 70,597 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,716 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
881 miles
Average per year
1,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,597 miles
  • 2025 – 69,716 miles
  • 2024 – 69,593 miles
  • 2023 – 69,036 miles
  • 2022 – 66,176 miles
  • 2021 – 63,770 miles
  • 2020 – 61,604 miles
  • 2019 – 61,451 miles
  • 2018 – 61,200 miles
  • 2017 – 61,182 miles
  • 2016 – 60,984 miles
  • 2015 – 60,984 miles
  • 2014 – 60,921 miles
  • 2013 – 58,976 miles
  • 2012 – 56,101 miles
  • 2011 – 52,657 miles
  • 2010 – 47,505 miles
  • 2009 – 46,762 miles
  • 2008 – 45,655 miles
  • 2007 – 44,823 miles
  • 2006 – 43,360 miles
  • 2005 – 42,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail70,597 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nearside front brake disc
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion on offside front brake disc

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail70,597 miles (+881)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,597 miles
    Test number
    261102484439
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on nearside front brake disc
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on offside front brake disc

  2. Pass69,716 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,716 miles
    Test number
    993260172300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,593 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,593 miles
    Test number
    344178815328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,036 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,036 miles
    Test number
    558716534354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,176 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    66,176 miles
    Test number
    489768605942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,770 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,770 miles
    Test number
    661062583926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,604 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,604 miles
    Test number
    288289844575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    883503943786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,451 miles (+251)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    475236432116
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass61,200 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,200 miles
    Test number
    639309768258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,182 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,182 miles
    Test number
    531399449212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    821352655340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,984 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    607634125206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,921 miles (+1,945)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,921 miles
    Test number
    428072734230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,976 miles (+2,875)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,976 miles
    Test number
    378968423417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded on inside

  16. Pass56,101 miles (+3,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,101 miles
    Test number
    488915502299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  17. Pass52,657 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,657 miles
    Test number
    466759291188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,505 miles (+13)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,505 miles
    Test number
    283510290110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  19. Fail47,492 miles (+730)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,492 miles
    Test number
    763299580119
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  20. Pass46,762 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,762 miles
    Test number
    394124869141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,655 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,655 miles
    Test number
    140273078158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,823 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,823 miles
    Test number
    283072577159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,360 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,360 miles
    Test number
    330720076141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    42,079 miles
    Test number
    540211566075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V20 RCM

Does V20 RCM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V20 RCM expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V20 RCM?
The MOT on V20 RCM expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V20 RCM done?
V20 RCM was recorded at 70,597 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 1,358 miles a year.
Has V20 RCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 RCM has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V20 RCM 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 V20 RCM find?
V20 RCM failed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 2 more.

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