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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 3,952 cc

V43 DGFMOT history

V43 DGF is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
72,512 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 DGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 DGF was last recorded at 72,512 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,863 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
649 miles
Average per year
1,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,512 miles
  • 2025 – 71,863 miles
  • 2024 – 70,548 miles
  • 2023 – 68,706 miles
  • 2022 – 67,874 miles
  • 2021 – 66,800 miles
  • 2020 – 66,039 miles
  • 2019 – 64,982 miles
  • 2018 – 62,926 miles
  • 2017 – 60,846 miles
  • 2016 – 59,300 miles
  • 2015 – 58,101 miles
  • 2014 – 56,000 miles
  • 2013 – 53,795 miles
  • 2012 – 52,704 miles
  • 2011 – 51,689 miles
  • 2010 – 48,725 miles
  • 2009 – 46,472 miles
  • 2008 – 44,422 miles
  • 2007 – 42,032 miles
  • 2006 – 38,454 miles
  • 2005 – 34,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,512 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,512 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    72,512 miles
    Test number
    209021089887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,863 miles (+1,315)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,863 miles
    Test number
    746594958249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,548 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,548 miles
    Test number
    882490838279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,706 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,706 miles
    Test number
    670870943947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,874 miles (+1,074)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,874 miles
    Test number
    368697095708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,800 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    494408066443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,039 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,039 miles
    Test number
    630306908980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,982 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,982 miles
    Test number
    245446272011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,926 miles
    Test number
    954234166554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,924 miles (+2,078)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,924 miles
    Test number
    980686520606
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,846 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,846 miles
    Test number
    759963202379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,300 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,300 miles
    Test number
    621423656317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,101 miles (+2,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,101 miles
    Test number
    873287620997
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass56,000 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,000 miles
    Test number
    196017804343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,795 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,795 miles
    Test number
    628408903341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,704 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,704 miles
    Test number
    777237412301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,689 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,689 miles
    Test number
    237942821343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,725 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,725 miles
    Test number
    454114740400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,472 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,472 miles
    Test number
    773855559338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,422 miles (+2,390)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,422 miles
    Test number
    320530048331
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront dampers touching almost tuching bump stops.
    • NoteSlight leak from clutch master cylinder.

  21. Pass42,032 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    42,032 miles
    Test number
    470904537447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    841615556348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,454 miles (+3,928)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    223088846300
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  24. Pass34,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,526 miles
    Test number
    543082415303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,526 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,526 miles
    Test number
    891772115357
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Questions about V43 DGF

Does V43 DGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V43 DGF is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V43 DGF?
The MOT on V43 DGF is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V43 DGF done?
V43 DGF was recorded at 72,512 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 1,819 miles a year.
Has V43 DGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 DGF has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on V43 DGF 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 V43 DGF find?
V43 DGF passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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