TVR CHIMAERA B55TVR has 21 MOTs

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This 1996 TVR CHIMAERA has Passed 15 MOTs and Failed 6 times since 2006

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 65,828 miles 12 months ago on Thursday 15th May 2025 at 11:45.

The current MOT will expire in 2 months on Friday 12th June 2026.

The current Tax will expire in 6 months on Sunday 1st November 2026.

B55TVR MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED12TH JUNE 202665,828 MI
FAILED13TH MAY 202565,795 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Exhaust Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
PASSED14TH MAY 202412TH JUNE 202565,105 MI
PASSED24TH MAY 202312TH JUNE 202464,104 MI
PASSED19TH MAY 202212TH JUNE 202363,464 MI
PASSED3RD JUNE 202112TH JUNE 202262,760 MI
FAILED25TH MAY 202162,499 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Exhaust Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Exceeds Manufacturer's Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
PASSED22ND MAY 202012TH JUNE 202161,280 MI
PASSED14TH MAY 201912TH JUNE 202060,723 MI
PASSED17TH MAY 201812TH JUNE 201959,405 MI
PASSED13TH JUNE 201712TH JUNE 201858,175 MI
FAILED8TH JUNE 201758,175 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Horn Not Working (1.6.2a)
  2. FAIL - Nearside Seat Belt Locking Mechanism Does Not Secure Or Release (5.2.5a)
  3. FAIL - Position Lamp Switch Missing (1.1.a.1)
  4. FAIL - Rear Fog Lamp Switch Missing (1.3.1a)
  5. FAIL - Headlamp Switch Missing (1.7.1)
  6. FAIL - Hazard Warning Switch Missing (1.4.b.1d)
  7. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Excessive (7.3.d.3)
  8. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (7.3.d.3)
PASSED25TH AUGUST 201625TH AUGUST 201756,854 MI
PASSED26TH AUGUST 201525TH AUGUST 201653,681 MI
PASSED15TH JUNE 201014TH JUNE 201153,676 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Rear Number Plate Light
PASSED24TH MARCH 200923RD MARCH 201053,591 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Play In Steering Rack (n/s)
  2. USER ENTERED - Rear Brake Discs Rusting
FAILED23RD MARCH 200953,591 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Headlamp Aim Too High (1.8)
  2. FAIL - Fuel Cap/sealing Device Sealing Washer Torn (7.2.4c)
  3. ADVISORY - Parking Brake: Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (3.7.b.7)
  4. USER ENTERED - Play In Steering Rack (n/s)
  5. USER ENTERED - Rear Brake Discs Rusting
PASSED16TH FEBRUARY 200721ST FEBRUARY 200852,980 MI
FAILED6TH FEBRUARY 200752,980 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Headlamp Aim Too Low (1.8)
  2. FAIL - Nearside Headlamp Not In Good Working Order Adversely Affecting Beam Image (1.2.4a)
  3. FAIL - Stop Lamp Not Working (1.2.1b)
  4. FAIL - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (8.2.3)
  5. FAIL - Steering Rack Gaiter Split (2.2.d.2d)
  6. FAIL - Brake Hose Excessively Deteriorated (3.6.b.4d)
  7. USER ENTERED - 1 Poss Slight Leak From Offside Rear Shocker †2 Rear Discs Rusting On Inner Face
PASSED22ND FEBRUARY 200621ST FEBRUARY 200751,499 MI
FAILED16TH FEBRUARY 200651,499 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Steering System Has Excessive Free Play Detected At The Steering Wheel (steering Rack Fitted) (2.2.a.1b)
  2. FAIL - Offside Track Rod End Ball Joint Has Excessive Play (2.2.b.1f)
  3. FAIL - Nearside Stop Lamp Not Working (1.2.1b)
  4. FAIL - Nearside Rear Rear Position Lamp(s) Excessively Deteriorated So That It Is Not Visible From A Reasonable Distance (1.1.a.3d)
  5. FAIL - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (8.2.3)
  6. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Carbon Monoxide Content At Idle Excessive (7.3.d.4)
  7. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Hydrocarbon Content After 2nd Fast Idle Excessive (7.3.d.3)
  8. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (7.3.d.3)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

B55TVR Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 71% | MOT Failure Rate: 29%

B55TVR MOT Comments

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B55TVR Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 65,828 miles | Average yearly mileage: 2,270 miles

B55TVR FAQs

This Tvr Chimaera with registration B55TVR was manufactured on Monday 30th December 1996 so it is currently 29 years old. Its colour is Blue and it has a 4 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2025 was 65,828 miles, so this Tvr has travelled an average of 2,270 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 21 MOTs on record for this Tvr Chimaera beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2006. We can see 6 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means B55TVR has a 71% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Tvr Chimaera has had 1 Advisories, 0 PRS Notices, 0 Minor, 2 Major, 0 Dangerous and 24 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Tvr Chimaera is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 6 months on Sunday 1st November 2026 .

Does B55TVR have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Sunday 26th April 2026 B55TVR does have an active MOT. Read more

Is B55TVR Taxed?

Yes, as of Sunday 26th April 2026 B55TVR does have Tax. Read more

When does B55TVR Tax expire?

The current Tax for B55TVR will expire in 6 months on Sunday 1st November 2026. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does B55TVR MOT expire?

The current MOT for B55TVR will expire in 2 months on Friday 12th June 2026. Read more

When did B55TVR have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for B55TVR was on Thursday 15th May 2025 at 11:45. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has B55TVR Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 21 MOTs on record for B55TVR we can see 15 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has B55TVR Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 21 MOTs on record for B55TVR we can see 6 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 71% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is B55TVR?

B55TVR is registered as a 1996 Tvr Chimaera. Read more

How many miles has B55TVR done?

The odometer reading for B55TVR at the last MOT in May 2025 was 65,828 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 2,270 miles per year. Read more

How old is B55TVR?

The vehicle B55TVR was manufactured in 1996 so it is currently 29 years old. It was first registered on Friday 8th November 1996. Read more

What colour is B55TVR?

The official colour of B55TVR is recorded as Blue. Read more

What engine does B55TVR have?

B55TVR has a 4 litre Petrol engine. Read more

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