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P494 CFR

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4546cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,939 mi
Last recorded61,939 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP494 CFR
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,546cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 61,939 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 60,989 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

all four tyres cracking

Pass 23 Jul 2024 59,602 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 57,354 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

general corrosion to chasis

Pass 10 Jun 2022 55,135 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 54,106 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 8 Jun 2021 54,102 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 53,258 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 53,251 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 52,851 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 52,842 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 50,255 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 48,580 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 48,439 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 48,438 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel filer cap not checked

head lamp aim not checked

indicators not checked

inside boot not checked

no number plate lights to check

wipers not checked

Pass 28 Nov 2014 47,354 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 46,278 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 46,276 miles

Centre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 43,980 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 43,980 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 42,230 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 39,676 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 36,283 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 35,378 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2007 29,208 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 29,208 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Underside wax oiled and greesed at time of test.

Fail 8 Aug 2007 29,194 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 25,416 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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P494 CFR is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,546cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P494 CFR, 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

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What year was P494 CFR registered?

P494 CFR is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P494 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P494 CFR shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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