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R157 XPX

1998 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,772 mi
Last recorded45,772 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Tvr Cerbera42,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 XPX
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 45,772 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 44,415 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 43,213 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 42,074 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 41,101 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 40,245 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 39,604 miles

Coil spring corroded Front both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2019 39,594 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded Front both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 38,607 miles

Coil spring corroded Both side springs on front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 37,726 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 37,718 miles

Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 37,151 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 37,143 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 36,529 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,820 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 34,952 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 33,773 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 32,747 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,303 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 30,284 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 29,424 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,700 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edge

Pass 21 Apr 2006 28,494 miles

weak beam pattern nsf headlamp

windscreen starting to de laminate

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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R157 XPX is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 R157 XPX, 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 R157 XPX?

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What year was R157 XPX registered?

R157 XPX is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R157 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 XPX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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