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R263 BLE

1998 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,301 mi
Last recorded99,301 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Tvr Cerbera42,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 BLE
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 99,301 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 95,116 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 90,749 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 84,269 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 84,269 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 80,236 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 80,229 miles

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)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 79,303 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 76,599 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 71,868 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 68,585 miles

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 22 Nov 2007 63,752 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 59,099 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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R263 BLE is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R263 BLE, 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

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What year was R263 BLE registered?

R263 BLE is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R263 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 BLE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R263 BLE have outstanding finance?

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