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DKA 551C

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,008 mi
Last recorded30,008 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKA 551C
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 30,008 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 30,008 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 30,007 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 455 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 3 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2014 29,999 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 29,488 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 27,182 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 27,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 23,706 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 23,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,598 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 22,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,281 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 22,276 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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DKA 551C is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DKA 551C, 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 DKA 551C?

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What year was DKA 551C registered?

DKA 551C is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DKA 551C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKA 551C shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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