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N888 TVR

1996 Tvr Cerbera

Red Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,473 mi
Last recorded48,473 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Tvr Cerbera45,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN888 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 48,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 47,016 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 47,011 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 41,899 miles

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

suspension components slight corrosion

vehicle structure slight corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2017 41,899 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

suspension components slight corrosion

vehicle structure slight corrosion

Pass 10 Sep 2015 41,896 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 41,887 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 41,887 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 40,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 40,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 40,325 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 40,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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N888 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera in Red with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N888 TVR, 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 N888 TVR registered?

N888 TVR is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N888 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N888 TVR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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