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TVR Chimaera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,950 cc

V44 TVRMOT history

V44 TVR is a red petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 52,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
52,961 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V44 TVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,950 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V44 TVR was last recorded at 52,961 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,958 miles · 23 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,961 miles
  • 2025 – 52,615 miles
  • 2024 – 52,163 miles
  • 2023 – 52,084 miles
  • 2022 – 52,016 miles
  • 2021 – 51,752 miles
  • 2020 – 51,377 miles
  • 2019 – 50,627 miles
  • 2018 – 47,438 miles
  • 2017 – 46,119 miles
  • 2016 – 45,598 miles
  • 2015 – 44,986 miles
  • 2014 – 42,723 miles
  • 2013 – 42,002 miles
  • 2012 – 40,796 miles
  • 2011 – 39,482 miles
  • 2010 – 38,401 miles
  • 2009 – 37,495 miles
  • 2008 – 35,988 miles
  • 2007 – 32,968 miles
  • 2006 – 32,248 miles
  • 2005 – 29,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,961 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,961 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    52,961 miles
    Test number
    795095653175
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail52,958 miles (+343)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,958 miles
    Test number
    809616413486
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp main beam staying on with dip etc (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,615 miles (+452)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    52,615 miles
    Test number
    489779241807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass52,163 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,163 miles
    Test number
    992268985189
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail52,159 miles (+75)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,159 miles
    Test number
    200694855942
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass52,084 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,084 miles
    Test number
    423711906168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail52,070 miles (+54)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,070 miles
    Test number
    988020472640
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass52,016 miles (+264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    658976354928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass51,752 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    51,752 miles
    Test number
    821069428909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,377 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    690727499452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,627 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,627 miles
    Test number
    799312647048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,438 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,438 miles
    Test number
    969297670982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,119 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,119 miles
    Test number
    475511401970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,598 miles (+612)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,598 miles
    Test number
    432948991573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,986 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,986 miles
    Test number
    819265025161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,723 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,723 miles
    Test number
    297909414115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,002 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,002 miles
    Test number
    618987003194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,796 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,796 miles
    Test number
    825243222163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,482 miles (+1,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,482 miles
    Test number
    809221801155
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass38,401 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,401 miles
    Test number
    290218510172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,495 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,495 miles
    Test number
    801195509110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,988 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,988 miles
    Test number
    780879198098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,968 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,968 miles
    Test number
    362873907182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,248 miles (+2,925)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,248 miles
    Test number
    872133796136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,323 miles
    Test number
    352217715410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V44 TVR

Does V44 TVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V44 TVR is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V44 TVR?
The MOT on V44 TVR is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V44 TVR done?
V44 TVR was recorded at 52,961 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 1,113 miles a year.
Has V44 TVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V44 TVR has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V44 TVR 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 V44 TVR find?
V44 TVR passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes.

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