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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 3,952 cc

V47 DGFMOT history

V47 DGF is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 46,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
46,563 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V47 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 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V47 DGF was last recorded at 46,563 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,358 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
205 miles
Average per year
505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,563 miles
  • 2025 – 46,358 miles
  • 2023 – 46,280 miles
  • 2021 – 46,118 miles
  • 2020 – 45,957 miles
  • 2019 – 45,821 miles
  • 2018 – 45,398 miles
  • 2017 – 45,347 miles
  • 2016 – 44,639 miles
  • 2015 – 43,016 miles
  • 2014 – 42,766 miles
  • 2013 – 42,436 miles
  • 2012 – 41,983 miles
  • 2011 – 41,593 miles
  • 2010 – 40,871 miles
  • 2009 – 39,758 miles
  • 2008 – 38,609 miles
  • 2007 – 36,965 miles
  • 2006 – 36,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,563 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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,563 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    46,563 miles
    Test number
    472429267418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,358 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46,358 miles
    Test number
    554718744951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,280 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    46,280 miles
    Test number
    841777397801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,118 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    46,118 miles
    Test number
    971154128967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,957 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    45,957 miles
    Test number
    172144829053
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s front upper suspension arm
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  6. Pass45,821 miles (+423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    45,821 miles
    Test number
    232306311467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass45,398 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    45,398 miles
    Test number
    331526073019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,347 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,347 miles
    Test number
    884878166075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,639 miles
    Test number
    986020548613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,621 miles (+1,605)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,621 miles
    Test number
    342805052515
    • FailureStop lamp not working nearside offside (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass43,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,016 miles
    Test number
    918864365190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,016 miles (+250)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,016 miles
    Test number
    517663165189
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass42,766 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,766 miles
    Test number
    108883844369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,436 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,436 miles
    Test number
    945753843383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,983 miles (+390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,983 miles
    Test number
    605920742342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass41,593 miles (+722)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,593 miles
    Test number
    136252841345
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine mounts perished
    • NoteReverse lights not working

  17. Pass40,871 miles (+1,113)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,871 miles
    Test number
    844642540351
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine mounts slightly perished
    • NoteP.a.s damp at 'u' bend.
    • NoteReverse lights dont work

  18. Pass39,758 miles (+1,149)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,758 miles
    Test number
    742539729356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChassis rusty
    • NoteEngine mounts perished
    • NoteExshaust rusty
    • NotePas pipe damp at u bend
    • NoteRevers lights in/op

  19. Pass38,609 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,609 miles
    Test number
    962530348338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,608 miles (+1,643)3 failures1 repaired8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,608 miles
    Test number
    933367538333
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteClutch master has a slight leak
    • NoteFront dampers close to bump stops
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteRadiator badly corroded and leaking
    • NoteSump gasket leaking

  21. Pass36,965 miles (+279)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    284003737343
    • NoteCorrosion to chassis/suspension mounts/suspension arms

  22. Pass36,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,686 miles
    Test number
    301365746388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V47 DGF

Does V47 DGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V47 DGF is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V47 DGF?
The MOT on V47 DGF is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V47 DGF done?
V47 DGF was recorded at 46,563 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 505 miles a year.
Has V47 DGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V47 DGF has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on V47 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 V47 DGF find?
V47 DGF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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