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R987 TCF

1998 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

46,901 mi
Last recorded46,901 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Tvr Cerbera42,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 TCF
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 46,901 miles

Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 46,777 miles

Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 15 Sep 2023 45,749 miles

Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 45,460 miles

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 45,460 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 45,073 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,714 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upright tube for out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake warning light has intermittent operation

Fail 12 Jun 2018 44,714 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upright tube for out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake warning light has intermittent operation

Pass 28 Jun 2017 44,383 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 44,382 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2016 42,581 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 41,170 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake warning light on

Fail 18 May 2015 41,170 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake warning light on

Pass 20 May 2014 38,897 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 26 Oct 2013 38,594 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 12,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 36,186 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 34,378 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 32,468 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 32,468 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 31,030 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 31,003 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 31,000 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 30,000 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 29,999 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,987 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 24,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R987 TCF is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 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 R987 TCF, 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

How do I check the history of R987 TCF?

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What year was R987 TCF registered?

R987 TCF is a 1998 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R987 TCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R987 TCF shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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