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TVR Cerbera

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T797 JLAMOT history

T797 JLA is a black petrol TVR Cerbera first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 33,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
33,894 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T797 JLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
TVR
Model
Cerbera
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T797 JLA was last recorded at 33,894 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,894 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,894 miles
  • 2025 – 32,827 miles
  • 2024 – 32,411 miles
  • 2023 – 32,105 miles
  • 2020 – 29,859 miles
  • 2019 – 28,369 miles
  • 2017 – 28,365 miles
  • 2013 – 28,311 miles
  • 2012 – 27,834 miles
  • 2011 – 27,713 miles
  • 2010 – 27,344 miles
  • 2009 – 26,703 miles
  • 2008 – 25,232 miles
  • 2007 – 22,069 miles
  • 2006 – 22,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,894 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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    33,894 miles
    Test number
    313402820582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail33,894 miles (+1,067)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,894 miles
    Test number
    333634088745
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass32,827 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    32,827 miles
    Test number
    150692038923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass32,411 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    32,411 miles
    Test number
    328608072743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail32,409 miles (+304)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    925391250145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall split ( seen under load) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side Very low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass32,105 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    32,105 miles
    Test number
    616253395411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,859 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    29,859 miles
    Test number
    416942826323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,369 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,369 miles
    Test number
    797535930419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,365 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    28,365 miles
    Test number
    231850549584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,311 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    586046283114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,834 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,834 miles
    Test number
    406565312202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,713 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,713 miles
    Test number
    247075991149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,344 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,344 miles
    Test number
    922602150162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,703 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,703 miles
    Test number
    863314959138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,696 miles (+1,464)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,696 miles
    Test number
    230732159460
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass25,232 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,232 miles
    Test number
    230776368051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,069 miles
    Test number
    990785607078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail22,069 miles (+255)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,069 miles
    Test number
    690545256365
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass21,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,814 miles
    Test number
    183394776468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T797 JLA

Does T797 JLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T797 JLA is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T797 JLA?
The MOT on T797 JLA is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T797 JLA done?
T797 JLA was recorded at 33,894 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 605 miles a year.
Has T797 JLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T797 JLA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T797 JLA 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 T797 JLA find?
T797 JLA passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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