The road tax status for R17 SMC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R17 SMC?

The MOT for R17 SMC is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R17 SMC?

The recorded mileage for R17 SMC is tracked across historical DVSA MOT inspection tests on IsItAGoodCar.

Is R17 SMC ULEZ compliant?

No, R17 SMC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 TVR Cerbera 4.2L Petrol · R17 SMC

R17 SMC

1997 TVR Cerbera (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. MOT valid until 08/05/2027.

Make & Model: TVR CERBERA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: —
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 4.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 08/05/2027

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Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 4185cc

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R17 SMC Key Findings

No MOT test records found for this registration
MOT valid until 08/05/2027

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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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.

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.