1996 TVR Cerbera 4.2L Petrol · P910 FKE
1996 TVR Cerbera (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1996. Recorded mileage 38,265 miles. MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023.
- Make & Model
- TVR CERBERA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Apr 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,265 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P910 FKE Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2022
- 38,265 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (2 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.
P910 FKE Mileage History
- 25/02/200629,233 mi
- 06/04/200730,445 mi+1,212 mi
- 20/03/200832,013 mi+1,568 mi
- 24/04/201233,185 mi+1,172 mi
- 07/06/201334,021 mi+836 mi
- 22/08/201436,122 mi+2,101 mi
- 28/08/201436,122 mi
- 12/06/201737,033 mi+911 mi
- 12/06/201737,033 mi
- 15/10/201937,237 mi+204 mi
- 30/04/202137,932 mi+695 mi
- 28/04/202238,265 mi+333 mi
Average of roughly 559 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
P910 FKE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Tvr Cerbera (P910 FKE) between February 2006 and April 2022.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 2022 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: Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”.
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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