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C25 ERB

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,201 mi
Last recorded25,201 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC25 ERB
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 25,201 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 25,041 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 25,008 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 25,002 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 24,422 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 24,422 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 23,668 miles

slight blow on n/s exhaust tail pipe

Pass 23 Dec 2019 23,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 22,568 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 22,085 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 20,324 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006

How Reliable is the Tvr Cerbera?

Based on 15,904 MOT tests across 1,226 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 802
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 675
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 493
parking brake recording little or no effort 445
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 372
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C25 ERB is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 40,609 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Cerbera fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 802 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C25 ERB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Cerbera typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Tvr Cerbera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C25 ERB?

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What year was C25 ERB registered?

C25 ERB is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C25 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C25 ERB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C25 ERB have outstanding finance?

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