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R8 SXE

1997 Tvr Cerbera

Black Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,571 mi
Last recorded86,571 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Tvr Cerbera40,609 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 SXE
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 86,571 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 84,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

body mountings corroded but not affecting body security

Fail 9 Apr 2019 84,762 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 84,506 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 84,506 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 84,146 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 83,026 miles

front suspension bushes slightly deteriorated

osf tyre inner sidewall slightly damaged

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2014 80,826 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 76,589 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 72,980 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 68,327 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 64,148 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 57,251 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 50,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 44,208 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 33,969 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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R8 SXE is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera in Black with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R8 SXE, 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

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What year was R8 SXE registered?

R8 SXE is a 1997 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R8 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 SXE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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