2002 TVR Chimaera 4.6L Petrol · AY51 GFK

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent test dated December 2025 at 12,872 miles. This recent result shows no recorded defects or advisories, suggesting the car has been maintained to a high standard prior to its latest annual inspection. The lack of failures across the documented history indicates a consistent approach to addressing immediate mechanical and structural safety requirements. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 536 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the testing record between December 2017 at 11,995 miles and the December 2025 test at 12,872 miles. During this eight-year interval, the car covered only 877 miles. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of standing often lead to degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid chemistry that a standard MOT test may not fully capture. A buyer must focus on the specific risks associated with low-mileage storage. Despite the clean record, a physical inspection is required to check for structural corrosion on the chassis and mounting points, which can develop even if the car is rarely driven. The suspension bushes and tyres should be examined for cracking or perished, as rubber becomes brittle with age. Brake systems should be checked for seized calipers or perished hoses that degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. All fluids should be inspected for moisture contamination or oxidation resulting from the documented periods of inactivity.