1996 TVR Cerbera 4.5L Petrol · C8 WOW
1996 TVR Cerbera (4.5L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1996. Recorded mileage 43,800 miles. MOT valid until 22/08/2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- TVR CERBERA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/08/2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,800 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 4500cc
C8 WOW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 43,800 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
C8 WOW Mileage History
- 10/05/202443,710 mi
- 12/05/202543,788 mi+78 mi
- 12/05/202543,788 mi
- 21/08/202643,798 mi+10 mi
- 24/08/202643,800 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 39 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
C8 WOW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Tvr Cerbera (C8 WOW) between May 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). 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: “All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”.
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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