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B20 CLY

2005 Tvr Sagaris

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

57,971 mi
Last recorded57,971 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Tvr Sagaris23,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 CLY
MakeTvr
ModelSagaris
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 57,971 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 56,559 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 55,491 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 55,491 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 54,092 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 52,756 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 52,041 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 52,040 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 49,521 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 46,844 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 43,792 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 43,782 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

EFI warning light on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 43,695 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs.

undertrays and engine covers fitted.

Pass 23 Oct 2015 36,259 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 28,555 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 28,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 22,031 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 13,902 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 13,536 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 13,383 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,004 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 12,446 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Sagaris?

Based on 2,859 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
931
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 61
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 49
Headlamp aim too high 36
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Stop lamp not working 23
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B20 CLY is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Tvr Sagaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 23,263 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr Sagaris fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B20 CLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Sagaris typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Tvr Sagaris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B20 CLY?

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What year was B20 CLY registered?

B20 CLY is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is B20 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 CLY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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