1998 TVR Cerbera 4.5L Petrol · 1 TVR
1998 TVR Cerbera (4.5L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1998. Recorded mileage 17,311 miles. MOT valid until 30/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- TVR CERBERA
- Year / Origin
- 1998
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,311 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 4475cc
1 TVR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
- 17,311 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
1 TVR Mileage History
- 06/06/202315,058 mi
- 06/06/202315,058 mi
- 29/05/202415,953 mi+895 mi
- 31/10/202517,311 mi+1,358 mi
Average of roughly 937 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
1 TVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Tvr Cerbera (1 TVR) between June 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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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