2001 TVR Cerbera 4.5L Petrol · Y686 DGN
2001 TVR Cerbera (4.5L, petrol). First registered 15 Jun 2001. Recorded mileage 45,070 miles. MOT valid until 12 Nov 2027.
- Make & Model
- TVR CERBERA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,070 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y686 DGN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2026
- 45,070 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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Y686 DGN MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Tvr Cerbera (Y686 DGN) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Y686 DGN Mileage History
- 18/10/202244,636 mi
- 13/10/202344,778 mi+142 mi
- 13/11/202444,929 mi+151 mi
- 30/10/202544,992 mi+63 mi
- 19/10/202645,070 mi+78 mi
Average of roughly 108 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for TVR TVR Cerbera
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: TVR CERBERA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- AJP8 Engine Tappet Adjustment(Serious)
The Speed Eight engine requires regular, specialist tappet adjustments. If ignored, it can lead to valve damage.
- Chassis Rot (Main Rails & Outriggers)(Serious)
Like the Chimaera, the Cerbera chassis is prone to rust, but access is even more restricted, making inspection difficult.
- Electrical Gremlins & Wiring Loom(Moderate)
Hand-built wiring harnesses vary car to car, leading to inconsistent electrical reliability. Central locking, door solenoids, immobilisers, lights and cooling fans are all prone to moisture-related failures.
- Cooling System Overheating(Serious)
The cooling system is a known weak point. Faulty fan switching relays, inefficient radiator airflow and coolant leaks can cause overheating in traffic. Water pump and radiator seal failures are common even on well-maintained cars.
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- AJP8 Engine Tappet AdjustmentSerious
The Speed Eight engine requires regular, specialist tappet adjustments. If ignored, it can lead to valve damage.
- Chassis Rot (Main Rails & Outriggers)Serious
Like the Chimaera, the Cerbera chassis is prone to rust, but access is even more restricted, making inspection difficult.
- Electrical Gremlins & Wiring LoomModerate
Hand-built wiring harnesses vary car to car, leading to inconsistent electrical reliability. Central locking, door solenoids, immobilisers, lights and cooling fans are all prone to moisture-related failures.
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