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R808 NDD

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Yellow Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,932 mi
Last recorded52,932 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 NDD
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 52,932 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 52,445 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 52,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system Brake hose (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2023 52,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 52,168 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 52,041 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 51,893 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 51,821 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 51,172 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 50,774 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 50,774 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 50,442 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 50,346 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 50,173 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 49,962 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 49,752 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,286 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 47,046 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 45,256 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 45,218 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 44,324 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 May 2007 41,194 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 37,347 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 37,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R808 NDD is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Yellow with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R808 NDD, 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 R808 NDD?

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What year was R808 NDD registered?

R808 NDD is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R808 NDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 NDD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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