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P404 ERX

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,471 mi
Last recorded49,471 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP404 ERX
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 49,471 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 46,591 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 43,473 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 43,301 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 43,119 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 42,604 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 42,604 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,817 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 41,053 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 39,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 35,408 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 33,317 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,074 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 24,754 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 24,754 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 22,902 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

both front tyres worn low on inner edges of tread

Pass 21 Feb 2013 22,902 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edges of tread

Pass 17 Jan 2012 21,701 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 20,189 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 19,877 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,219 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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P404 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P404 ERX, 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 P404 ERX?

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What year was P404 ERX registered?

P404 ERX is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P404 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P404 ERX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P404 ERX have outstanding finance?

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