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TVR Chimaera

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,952 cc

V8 ENXMOT history

V8 ENX is a silver petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jan 2023
Mileage
81,507 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 ENX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,952 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 ENX was last recorded at 81,507 miles on 8 Jan 2022, 1,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2014: 75,169 miles, lower than 75,520 miles on 20 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,144 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,363 miles
Average per year
2,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,507 miles
  • 2021 – 80,144 miles
  • 2019 – 79,620 miles
  • 2018 – 79,080 miles
  • 2017 – 78,595 miles
  • 2016 – 78,200 miles
  • 2015 – 77,664 miles
  • 2014 – 75,221 miles
  • 2013 – 75,520 miles
  • 2012 – 72,152 miles
  • 2011 – 68,531 miles
  • 2010 – 62,637 miles
  • 2009 – 54,118 miles
  • 2008 – 47,423 miles
  • 2007 – 42,531 miles
  • 2005 – 39,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,507 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2014

  • ENGINE OIL LEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,507 miles
    Test number
    428522107676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,507 miles (+1,363)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,507 miles
    Test number
    550165565691
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  3. Pass80,144 miles (+524)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,144 miles
    Test number
    837576787985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,620 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,620 miles
    Test number
    250970413768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,080 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,080 miles
    Test number
    116572775867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,078 miles (+483)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,078 miles
    Test number
    280479350491
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass78,595 miles (+395)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,595 miles
    Test number
    117347924266
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion Chassis braising. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion Chassis rail. (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass78,200 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,200 miles
    Test number
    336583456933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,664 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    729443713624
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Fail77,662 miles (+2,441)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,662 miles
    Test number
    231998210566
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1.97%VOL (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1.81%VOL (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass75,221 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    318789234221
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail75,221 miles (+52)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    497289434233
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail75,169 miles (-351)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,169 miles
    Test number
    427566024217
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass75,520 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    926922933263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,152 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    235819772406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,075 miles (+3,544)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,075 miles
    Test number
    207583572425
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

  17. Pass68,531 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    638248951183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail68,531 miles (+5,894)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    796848451112
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass62,637 miles (+8,519)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,637 miles
    Test number
    312785870166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,118 miles (+6,695)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,118 miles
    Test number
    340304169167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,423 miles
    Test number
    130065878185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,423 miles (+4,892)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,423 miles
    Test number
    821315178176
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Fail42,531 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,531 miles
    Test number
    344719977177
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass42,531 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,531 miles
    Test number
    551809477167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,175 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,175 miles
    Test number
    792251825335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,171 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,171 miles
    Test number
    643698915351
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V8 ENX

Does V8 ENX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 ENX expired on 7 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 ENX?
The MOT on V8 ENX expired on 7 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 ENX done?
V8 ENX was recorded at 81,507 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2022, an average of 2,621 miles a year.
Has V8 ENX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 ENX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V8 ENX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V8 ENX find?
V8 ENX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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