Tvr Cerbera Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Tvr Cerbera reliable? We analysed 15,904 real MOT tests across 1,226 vehicles to find out.
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The Tvr Cerbera is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tvr Cerbera.
Tvr Cerbera Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tvr Cerbera. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tvr Cerbera MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tvr Cerbera to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tvr Cerbera Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tvr Cerbera fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tvr Cerbera Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tvr Cerbera owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tvr Cerbera MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tvr Cerbera year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 270 | 82.2% | 10,230 | 17,160 | 32,900 |
| 2003 | 494 | 82.0% | 18,129 | 24,154 | 36,152 |
| 2002 | 819 | 81.7% | 23,707 | 32,630 | 43,638 |
| 2001 | 1,416 | 79.9% | 23,126 | 34,568 | 47,528 |
| 2000 | 1,516 | 78.6% | 28,081 | 38,061 | 49,428 |
| 1999 | 3,064 | 78.4% | 30,148 | 38,350 | 49,962 |
| 1998 | 3,383 | 80.2% | 32,190 | 42,990 | 54,207 |
| 1997 | 3,535 | 78.6% | 28,898 | 40,609 | 51,892 |
| 1996 | 1,287 | 75.7% | 35,887 | 45,149 | 58,614 |
How Long Does a Tvr Cerbera Last?
Based on 1,226 Tvr Cerbera vehicles on UK roads.
Tvr Cerbera Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tvr Cerbera MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Tvr Cerbera
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.2% MOT pass rate from 270 tests
75.7% MOT pass rate from 1,287 tests
The best year to buy a used Tvr Cerbera is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.2% across 270 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tvr Cerbera Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tvr Cerbera THIS CAR | 79.1% | 15,904 | 39,424 mi | 30 yrs |
| Tvr Chimaera | 81.6% | 74,906 | 48,330 mi | 33 yrs |
| Tvr Tuscan | 83.1% | 24,752 | 29,914 mi | 26 yrs |
| Tvr Griffith 500 | 84.2% | 13,259 | 40,199 mi | 34 yrs |
| Ford Chausson | 89.7% | 5,974 | 14,114 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Tvr Chimaera (81.6% pass rate) and the Tvr Tuscan (83.1% pass rate), the Tvr Cerbera trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Tvr Cerbera has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% across 15,904 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Tvr Cerbera are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (802 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (675), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (493). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Tvr Cerbera owner drives around 910 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Tvr Cerbera models stay on UK roads for around 30 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.