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SN03 BDU

2003 Tvr Cerbera

Blue Petrol 4476cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,545 mi
Last recorded22,545 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Tvr Cerbera24,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 BDU
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,476cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 22,545 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 22,137 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 21,893 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 21,468 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting separated (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 21,391 miles

Emissions not tested Cats not fitted (8.2.1.2 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seals leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seals leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 21,291 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 21,291 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 21,014 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 18,397 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,334 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 16,921 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 14,727 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 13,351 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,560 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 11,555 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 11,226 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 11,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 7,879 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 7,879 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 7,502 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,163 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 5,693 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 3,334 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 2,575 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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2006 1,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s handbrake on limit

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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SN03 BDU is a 2003 Tvr Cerbera in Blue with a 4,476cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 24,154 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 SN03 BDU, 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 23 years old, this Tvr Cerbera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN03 BDU registered?

SN03 BDU is a 2003 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is SN03 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 BDU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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