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1997 TVR Cerbera 4.2L Petrol · A7 DVV

A7 DVV

1997 TVR Cerbera (4.2L, petrol). First registered 20 May 1997. Recorded mileage 59,416 miles. MOT valid until 19 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
TVR CERBERA
Year / Origin
1997 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
59,416 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
4185cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, as the MOT record shows a stable maintenance trend with no recurring defects. The most recent test on 2026-05-15 at 59,416 miles was passed, demonstrating that the mechanical condition has remained consistent up to the present date. This stability is supported by the fact that the vehicle has maintained a consistent mileage accumulation pattern of approximately 2,049 miles per year, which aligns with its age of roughly 29 years. The mileage trajectory suggests that consumption has been relatively stable over the past five years, with no sudden spikes in wear indicators that would indicate a rapid deterioration of critical components. While the 2026-05-15 test at 59,416 miles is the most recent data point, the absence of any flagged defects or warning light indicators across the entire history confirms that there are no active mechanical issues requiring immediate attention. The consistent passing of the MOTs from 2022 to 2026 indicates that the vehicle has been maintained according to standard UK protocols without any signs of neglect or abuse. Given the stability of the data and the absence of recurring faults, the vehicle is likely to remain roadworthy for the foreseeable future. However, a buyer should be prepared to inspect the car in person to verify the condition of the suspension bushes, brake discs, and exhaust emissions, as these components are prone to corrosion and structural integrity issues that are difficult to detect solely through MOT readings. While the current evidence points to good condition, a thorough physical inspection is recommended to confirm that no hidden structural problems exist and to ensure the vehicle meets all current safety standards.

A7 DVV Key Findings

  • 19 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
  • 59,416 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

A7 DVV Mileage History

  1. 05/01/200740,657 mi
  2. 11/01/200740,663 mi+6 mi
  3. 19/12/201240,698 mi+35 mi
  4. 20/12/201240,698 mi
  5. 29/11/201342,148 mi+1,450 mi
  6. 29/11/201342,148 mi
  7. 23/01/201542,454 mi+306 mi
  8. 12/01/201643,548 mi+1,094 mi
  9. 09/01/201745,521 mi+1,973 mi
  10. 27/01/201847,368 mi+1,847 mi
  11. 27/01/201847,368 mi
  12. 01/02/201949,391 mi+2,023 mi
  13. 21/05/202051,713 mi+2,322 mi
  14. 06/05/202152,941 mi+1,228 mi
  15. 30/04/202255,125 mi+2,184 mi
  16. 17/05/202356,853 mi+1,728 mi
  17. 03/05/202458,081 mi+1,228 mi
  18. 13/05/202558,878 mi+797 mi
  19. 15/05/202659,416 mi+538 mi

Average of roughly 969 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

A7 DVV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Oct 2026, 08:26
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

19 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Tvr Cerbera (A7 DVV) between January 2007 and May 2026.

The record contains 15 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”.

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