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C18 ERE

1996 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,678 mi
Last recorded32,678 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Tvr Cerbera45,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC18 ERE
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 32,678 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 32,555 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 32,413 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 32,100 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 31,438 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 30,292 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 30,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 29,273 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 29,344 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 27,977 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 26,004 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 25,811 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

cut in n/s/f tyre not down to cords

Pass 18 Jan 2013 25,516 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 25,516 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 24,622 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 24,621 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,544 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 21,278 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 19,013 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 17,525 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 15,699 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 15,691 miles

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

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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C18 ERE is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 45,149 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 C18 ERE, 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 30 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 C18 ERE?

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What year was C18 ERE registered?

C18 ERE is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is C18 ERE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C18 ERE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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