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P53 OPX

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,669 mi
Last recorded50,669 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP53 OPX
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 50,669 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 50,240 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 49,682 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 48,560 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 45,332 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 43,509 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 42,224 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower shocker bushes slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tubular out rigger on front of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tubular out rigger on front of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,960 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2014 39,871 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 39,048 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 37,259 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 35,121 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 33,641 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 23,475 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 22,603 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 21,114 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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P53 OPX is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P53 OPX, 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 P53 OPX?

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What year was P53 OPX registered?

P53 OPX is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P53 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P53 OPX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P53 OPX have outstanding finance?

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