1998 TVR Cerbera 4.2L Petrol · C1 RBY
1998 TVR Cerbera (4.2L, petrol). First registered 18/02/1998. Recorded mileage 60,142 miles. MOT valid until 10/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- TVR CERBERA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 4185cc
C1 RBY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 60,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
C1 RBY Mileage History
- 17/06/202257,574 mi
- 22/09/202358,249 mi+675 mi
- 24/09/202459,049 mi+800 mi
- 11/04/202660,142 mi+1,093 mi
Average of roughly 673 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
C1 RBY 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 (C1 RBY) between June 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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