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R201 TLH

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,867 mi
Last recorded59,867 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 TLH
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 59,867 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 59,805 miles

Emissions not tested exhausts cant take probe (7.3.A.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 59,718 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 58,579 miles

Rear brake discs worn

Fail 19 Nov 2012 58,556 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 20 Dec 2011 57,503 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 57,490 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air intake box on nearside of engine insecure

Pass 18 Oct 2010 56,166 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 56,151 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting weld cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 53,029 miles

chassis corrossion present

Pass 6 Sep 2006 51,516 miles

Both rear inner and outer cv gaiters just starting to perish.

Oil leak from engine.

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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R201 TLH is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R201 TLH, 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.

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What year was R201 TLH registered?

R201 TLH is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is R201 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 TLH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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