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TVR CERBERA1996 · 4.2L PETROL

P321 TVR

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1996 TVR CERBERA is a PETROL vehicle with a 4185cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 40,448.

MOT
Expired
Expires 29/06/2019
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1996
Engine
4185cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data, showing a consistent history of passes over several years. The most recent recorded test in June 2018 at 40,448 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, mirroring the results of the four previous inspections. This consistency suggests the vehicle was maintained to a standard that avoided the immediate triggering of mechanical failures or structural weaknesses during the recorded period. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 1,350 miles per year. Between November 2013 and June 2018, the car covered just 3,062 miles, indicating infrequent use or long-term storage periods. However, there is a significant gap in the record as no MOT has been logged since June 2018. As of June 2026, the vehicle has gone without an official inspection for eight years, which leaves the current state of its safety-critical components entirely unverified despite the low historical mileage. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and chassis, as low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from hidden corrosion and the degradation of rubber components due to age rather than wear. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and hydraulic lines likely have perished or become brittle from years of inactivity. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or internal fluid corrosion, which are common issues for cars that sit stationary for long durations without regular use.

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60
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Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/4/2026, 5:36:46 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data, showing a consistent history of passes over several years. The most recent recorded test in June 2018 at 40,448 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, mirroring the results of the four previous inspections. This consistency suggests the vehicle was maintained to a standard that avoided the immediate triggering of mechanical failures or structural weaknesses during the recorded period. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 1,350 miles per year. Between November 2013 and June 2018, the car covered just 3,062 miles, indicating infrequent use or long-term storage periods. However, there is a significant gap in the record as no MOT has been logged since June 2018. As of June 2026, the vehicle has gone without an official inspection for eight years, which leaves the current state of its safety-critical components entirely unverified despite the low historical mileage. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and chassis, as low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from hidden corrosion and the degradation of rubber components due to age rather than wear. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and hydraulic lines likely have perished or become brittle from years of inactivity. The braking system should be checked for seized calipers or internal fluid corrosion, which are common issues for cars that sit stationary for long durations without regular use.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Tvr Cerbera (P321 TVR) from 1996 show a total of 5 MOT tests between November 2013 and June 2018.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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