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TU55 TVR

2005 Tvr Tuscan

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,594 mi
Last recorded27,594 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Tvr Tuscan27,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTU55 TVR
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 27,594 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 25,537 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 24,433 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 23,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 20,980 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 19,814 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 19,652 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 18,980 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 18,345 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 17,534 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 17,534 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 16,796 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 30 Jul 2015 16,796 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 Aug 2014 15,258 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 15,258 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 14,181 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 14,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 13,792 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 10,917 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 10,551 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 9,178 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,939 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

n/s/r tyre cut on sidewall

How Reliable is the Tvr Tuscan?

Based on 24,752 MOT tests across 1,685 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
1,113
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,685
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 610
Headlamp aim too high 584
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 369
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 365
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 334
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TU55 TVR is a 2005 Tvr Tuscan in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 27,418 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 Tuscan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TU55 TVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Tuscan typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TU55 TVR?

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What year was TU55 TVR registered?

TU55 TVR is a 2005 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is TU55 TVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for TU55 TVR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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