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RCR 505

2002 Tvr Cerbera

Purple Petrol 4475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,756 mi
Last recorded43,756 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Tvr Cerbera32,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCR 505
MakeTvr
ModelCerbera
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,475cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 43,756 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 43,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 43,004 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 42,588 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 42,267 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 41,635 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 40,631 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 38,694 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 35,713 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 35,322 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

coolant pipe corrosion

Fail 29 Oct 2012 35,317 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 34,750 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 34,156 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 31,948 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 29,364 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 28,746 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 25,844 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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RCR 505 is a 2002 Tvr Cerbera in Purple with a 4,475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Tvr Cerbera models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 32,630 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 RCR 505, 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 24 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 RCR 505?

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What year was RCR 505 registered?

RCR 505 is a 2002 Tvr Cerbera, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is RCR 505 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCR 505 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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