2001 TVR Chimaera 4.5L Petrol · A8 TVR
2001 TVR Chimaera (4.5L, petrol). First registered 11 Jul 2001. Recorded mileage 81,607 miles. MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- TVR CHIMAERA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,607 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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A8 TVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2026
- 81,607 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A8 TVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Tvr Chimaera (A8 TVR) between September 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 October 2026 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed Engine overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
A8 TVR Mileage History
- 27/09/202376,141 mi
- 13/10/202376,195 mi+54 mi
- 16/09/202478,654 mi+2,459 mi
- 24/09/202579,842 mi+1,188 mi
- 08/10/202681,607 mi+1,765 mi
Average of roughly 1,804 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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