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JJZ 3608

1998 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,133 mi
Last recorded30,133 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Tvr Cerbera42,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJZ 3608
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2013 30,133 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 30,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 30,107 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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JJZ 3608 is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JJZ 3608, 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 JJZ 3608?

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What year was JJZ 3608 registered?

JJZ 3608 is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is JJZ 3608 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJZ 3608 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JJZ 3608 have outstanding finance?

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