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KIG 7242

1996 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,017 mi
Last recorded65,017 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Tvr Cerbera45,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 7242
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 65,017 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both wiper arms require attention soon

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre sidewall slighty damaged

nearside rear drive shaft damp

slight dampnes of oil around pipes

Pass 15 Jun 2011 63,105 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

nearside front tyre sidewall slightly damaged

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2010 62,976 miles

all brake discs are slightly corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,944 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 59,289 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 58,308 miles

both rear tyres on the legal limit

offside front tyre slight cracking in tread

Pass 23 Jan 2006 56,980 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 56,883 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.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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KIG 7242 is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KIG 7242, 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

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What year was KIG 7242 registered?

KIG 7242 is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is KIG 7242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIG 7242 shows 8 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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