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X394 VGC

2001 Tvr Cerbera

Purple Petrol 4497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

76,824 mi
Last recorded76,824 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Tvr Cerbera34,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX394 VGC
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 76,824 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 76,075 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 75,039 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 74,374 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 73,187 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2019 71,057 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 24 May 2018 69,790 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 67,604 miles

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 67,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 May 2016 65,444 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 63,234 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 61,907 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 59,819 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 56,282 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 49,260 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 46,904 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 43,119 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 43,119 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 39,121 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 31,425 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 26,214 miles

oil leak

wipers slight loose fixing

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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X394 VGC is a 2001 Tvr Cerbera in Purple with a 4,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 34,568 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 X394 VGC, 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 25 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 X394 VGC registered?

X394 VGC is a 2001 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 27 February 2001.

Is X394 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X394 VGC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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