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R636 NDS

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,369 mi
Last recorded59,369 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR636 NDS
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 59,369 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 59,365 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 59,296 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 59,188 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 59,165 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 57,111 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 57,111 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 53,871 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 35,865 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 52,056 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner faces (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 52,046 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 51,617 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges and offside front tyre cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2014 50,770 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 49,104 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 47,442 miles

Oil leak

mist of oil on rack o/s

Pass 10 Aug 2011 45,791 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 45,788 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 42,766 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 42,582 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 42,436 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 42,211 miles

dampness around n/side of steering rack but no leaks found.

slight cracking on o/side and n/side rear tyres but no cords exposed.

Pass 24 Mar 2006 41,724 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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R636 NDS is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R636 NDS, 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 R636 NDS registered?

R636 NDS is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R636 NDS safe to buy?

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