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1999 TVR Cerbera 4.0L Petrol · T42 DGP

T42 DGP

1999 TVR Cerbera (4.0L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1999. Recorded mileage 43,994 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
TVR CERBERA
Year / Origin
1999
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/10/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
43,994 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/10/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1999
Engine
3996cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 1999 TVR Cerbera presents with a very low mileage of 43,994, averaging roughly 1,600 miles per year. While this suggests the vehicle has seen light use, it is critical to consider that such low annual mileage often indicates long periods of storage. Vehicles left standing for extended durations can suffer from perished rubber seals, seized components, and fuel system degradation that may not be immediately apparent during a standard MOT test. The MOT history is remarkably clean, showing consistent passes over the last three years. The only recorded failures relate to minor maintenance issues involving the windscreen washer system. These failures occurred in 2023 and 2024 and were promptly rectified, suggesting that the owner has been diligent in addressing even trivial faults to maintain the car's roadworthiness. There is no evidence of a worsening trend; rather, the vehicle appears to be in a stable and well-maintained condition. Because the MOT test is a basic safety inspection and does not assess the long-term health of complex mechanical systems, the low mileage should be viewed with caution. You should not assume that low mileage equates to a lack of mechanical wear. The engine, gearbox, and suspension components may have aged due to time rather than distance, and the lack of recorded advisories does not guarantee the condition of hidden chassis elements or internal engine health.

T42 DGP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2025
  • 43,994 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (3 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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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.

T42 DGP Mileage History

  1. 26/09/202343,621 mi
  2. 26/09/202343,621 mi
  3. 03/10/202443,728 mi+107 mi
  4. 03/10/202443,728 mi
  5. 22/09/202543,994 mi+266 mi

Average of roughly 187 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

T42 DGP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 1999 Tvr Cerbera (T42 DGP) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 September 2025 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 (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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