TVR Cerbera MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the TVR Cerbera. Check any Cerbera by registration number below.

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89.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.1%

vs TVR Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

TVR Cerbera — MOT Reliability Overview

The TVR Cerbera has an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, which is 1.1 percentage points above the TVR brand average of 88.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Cerbera is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used TVR Cerbera, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the TVR Cerbera performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 45 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

2003

Based on 35 vehicles

97.1%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

2002

Based on 117 vehicles

88.9%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.3%

2001

Based on 135 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

4.4%

2000

Based on 129 vehicles

83.7%Good

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

10.8%

1999

Based on 315 vehicles

89.8%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1998

Based on 418 vehicles

88.3%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

4.9%

1997

Based on 301 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

2.9%

1996

Based on 130 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

2.0%

0

Based on 497 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

TVR average: 88.7%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

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91.5% pass rate

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89.1% pass rate

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85.4% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for TVR Cerbera

TVR Cerbera — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the TVR Cerbera MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the TVR Cerbera?

The average MOT pass rate for the TVR Cerbera is 89.8% compared to the TVR average of 88.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a TVR Cerbera?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the TVR Cerbera reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, the TVR Cerbera is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a TVR Cerbera?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a TVR Cerbera?

Typical mileage for the TVR Cerbera: 47,201 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cerbera to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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