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TVR Chimaera

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 4,988 cc

WSR 971MOT history

WSR 971 is a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 53,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2024
Mileage
53,482 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WSR 971
Registration format
Dateless
Make
TVR
Model
Chimaera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

WSR 971 was last recorded at 53,482 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2014: 53,482 miles, lower than 83,482 miles on 2 Sept 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
53,482 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 53,482 miles
  • 2022 – 53,482 miles
  • 2021 – 53,482 miles
  • 2020 – 53,482 miles
  • 2019 – 53,482 miles
  • 2018 – 53,482 miles
  • 2017 – 53,482 miles
  • 2016 – 53,482 miles
  • 2014 – 53,482 miles
  • 2013 – 83,482 miles
  • 2012 – 53,481 miles
  • 2011 – 53,481 miles
  • 2010 – 53,145 miles
  • 2009 – 49,912 miles
  • 2007 – 49,019 miles
  • 2006 – 47,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,482 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    478888941474
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass53,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    237846800334
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail53,482 miles3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    190894353965
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced frame corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,482 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    242416914067
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,482 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    706513520124
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass53,482 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    960591317999
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Fail53,482 miles1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    170288479763
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass53,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    193759304782
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass53,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    190613563345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,482 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    989629042739
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed x2 (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass53,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    501710341404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    887696414353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,482 miles (-30,000)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    468947504461
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  14. Pass83,482 miles (+30,001)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,482 miles
    Test number
    678885043234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    138568632257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail53,481 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    647910022254
    • 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    177441111298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,481 miles (+336)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    889592791107
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass53,145 miles (+3,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    253855260440
    • NoteFront and rear chassis corroded

  20. Pass49,912 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    123425419173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,019 miles
    Test number
    931282087253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,019 miles (+1,695)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,019 miles
    Test number
    901942487259
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass47,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    373922046499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about WSR 971

What vehicle is registration WSR 971 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WSR 971 on a blue petrol TVR Chimaera first used on 31 Dec 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does WSR 971 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on WSR 971 expired on 27 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on WSR 971?
The MOT on WSR 971 expired on 27 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has WSR 971 done?
WSR 971 was recorded at 53,482 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 362 miles a year.
Has WSR 971 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WSR 971 has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on WSR 971 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on WSR 971 find?
WSR 971 passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output.

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