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GX05 ELV

2005 Tvr Sagaris

Orange Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,251 mi
Last recorded25,251 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Tvr Sagaris23,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 ELV
MakeTvr
ModelSagaris
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 25,251 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 24,509 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 22,793 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 18,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 14,327 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 12,370 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 10,127 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 10,053 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

Pass 16 Mar 2018 9,993 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 9,922 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 9,696 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2015 9,696 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)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 9,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2013 8,540 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 8,540 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

bonnet removed at time of test

stone chips in swept area of windscreen

Pass 12 Jun 2012 5,452 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 5,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,033 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 4,604 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 4,014 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 2,824 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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GX05 ELV is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris in Orange with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX05 ELV, 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

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What year was GX05 ELV registered?

GX05 ELV is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GX05 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 ELV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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