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TVR Cerbera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T494 KDPMOT history

T494 KDP is a green petrol TVR Cerbera first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 59,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
59,999 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 KDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Cerbera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 KDP was last recorded at 59,999 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,014 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
985 miles
Average per year
1,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,999 miles
  • 2025 – 59,014 miles
  • 2024 – 58,876 miles
  • 2023 – 58,135 miles
  • 2019 – 57,536 miles
  • 2018 – 56,413 miles
  • 2017 – 54,530 miles
  • 2016 – 51,426 miles
  • 2015 – 49,403 miles
  • 2014 – 44,966 miles
  • 2013 – 40,320 miles
  • 2012 – 36,722 miles
  • 2011 – 34,999 miles
  • 2010 – 33,599 miles
  • 2008 – 33,213 miles
  • 2007 – 33,207 miles
  • 2006 – 32,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,999 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,999 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    59,999 miles
    Test number
    294939223948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,014 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    59,014 miles
    Test number
    254185384170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,876 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    58,876 miles
    Test number
    661336231322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,135 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    58,135 miles
    Test number
    763180350289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,536 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,536 miles
    Test number
    665241387176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,413 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,413 miles
    Test number
    183534900601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,530 miles (+3,104)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,530 miles
    Test number
    341881729320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,426 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,426 miles
    Test number
    187292903166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,403 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,403 miles
    Test number
    615243435111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,966 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,966 miles
    Test number
    907347634144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,320 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,320 miles
    Test number
    149452153192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,722 miles (+1,723)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,722 miles
    Test number
    227593952442
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front tyre very close to wheel arches on locks
    • NoteBoth wing indicators faded
    • NoteCorrect rear number plate fitted at time of test
    • NoteFront tyres very close to top suspension on full locks
    • NoteNearside headlight has slight kick to left

  13. Pass34,999 miles (+1,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,999 miles
    Test number
    228368371422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass33,599 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,599 miles
    Test number
    171078890412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,594 miles (+23)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,594 miles
    Test number
    130776990455
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  16. Fail33,571 miles (+358)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,571 miles
    Test number
    473716580009
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass33,213 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,213 miles
    Test number
    782003808332
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  18. Pass33,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,207 miles
    Test number
    950013787211
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail33,207 miles (+1,029)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,207 miles
    Test number
    504030977287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,178 miles
    Test number
    102698466260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T494 KDP

Does T494 KDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T494 KDP is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T494 KDP?
The MOT on T494 KDP is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T494 KDP done?
T494 KDP was recorded at 59,999 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,405 miles a year.
Has T494 KDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 KDP has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2010.
Has the mileage on T494 KDP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T494 KDP find?
T494 KDP passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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