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P293 GVP

1996 Tvr Cerbera

Gold Petrol 4185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,871 mi
Last recorded25,871 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1996 Tvr Cerbera45,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 GVP
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,185cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 25,871 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 25,850 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front water leak

Pass 13 Aug 2020 23,932 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 22,623 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 22,598 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 22,535 miles

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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P293 GVP is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera in Gold with a 4,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P293 GVP, 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 P293 GVP registered?

P293 GVP is a 1996 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 28 October 1996.

Is P293 GVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P293 GVP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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