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HYR 12

1998 Tvr Cerbera

Silver Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

33,072 mi
Last recorded33,072 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Tvr Cerbera42,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYR 12
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2018 33,072 miles

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

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2017 32,986 miles

Underside of vehicle is corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,464 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s outriggers corroded (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 32,025 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion to space frame

Fail 9 Jun 2015 32,024 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre inner edge worn

surface corrosion to space frame

Pass 15 May 2014 31,568 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 15 May 2014 31,568 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,165 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Fail 17 Apr 2013 31,164 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,763 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 29,856 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 29,850 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 29,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 28,795 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 28,794 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 28,519 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges (no cords visible)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 28,508 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges (no cords visible)

engine oil below minimum level mark

Pass 31 Jan 2007 27,975 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 26,674 miles

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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HYR 12 is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera in Silver with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 42,990 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 HYR 12, 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 28 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 HYR 12?

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What year was HYR 12 registered?

HYR 12 is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is HYR 12 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYR 12 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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