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GX05 LWS

2005 Tvr Tuscan

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

29,452 mi
Last recorded29,452 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Tvr Tuscan27,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 LWS
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 29,452 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 27,793 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 25,678 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 25,675 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 23,068 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 20,958 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 20,293 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 20,172 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 19,638 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 18,357 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 18,357 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)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 17,314 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 17,252 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 15,633 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 14,851 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 14,851 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 11,582 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 9,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

main beam warning light not working

Fail 7 Jul 2008 9,191 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

main beam warning light not working

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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GX05 LWS is a 2005 Tvr Tuscan in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GX05 LWS, 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 GX05 LWS?

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What year was GX05 LWS registered?

GX05 LWS is a 2005 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is GX05 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 LWS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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