No, R228 BBY is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for R228 BBY?

The MOT for R228 BBY is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 February 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of R228 BBY?

The recorded mileage for R228 BBY is 97,974 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R228 BBY ULEZ compliant?

No, R228 BBY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 TVR Chimaera 4.0L Petrol · R228 BBY

R228 BBY

1998 TVR Chimaera (4.0L, petrol). First registered 25/03/1998. Recorded mileage 97,974 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: TVR CHIMAERA
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14/02/2025
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 97,974 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 4.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 14/02/2025

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 97,974 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 3952cc

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R228 BBY Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2024
97,974 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

! Older vehicle

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R228 BBY Mileage History

28/02/202296,556 mi
15/02/202397,247 mi+691 mi
15/02/202397,247 mi
12/02/202497,974 mi+727 mi

Average of roughly 726 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

R228 BBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 19:05

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Tvr Chimaera (R228 BBY) between February 2022 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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