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FJ51 HVU

2001 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

31,905 mi
Last recorded31,905 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Cerbera34,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 HVU
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 31,905 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 31,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 31,750 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 31,749 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 31,327 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 30,966 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 30,961 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 30,571 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 30,292 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 30,103 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 30,102 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 29,897 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,616 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 29,615 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 28,759 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 28,320 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 28,320 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 27,770 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,467 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,061 miles

front brakes worn and corroded.off side rear anti-roll bar link has slight movement. indicator switch has had a repair done .

Pass 26 May 2006 20,563 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 20,563 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FJ51 HVU is a 2001 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 34,568 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 FJ51 HVU, 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 25 years old, this Tvr Cerbera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ51 HVU registered?

FJ51 HVU is a 2001 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FJ51 HVU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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