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L700 SAG

2005 Tvr Sagaris

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

63,680 mi
Last recorded63,680 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Tvr Sagaris23,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL700 SAG
MakeTvr
ModelSagaris
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 63,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 60,190 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 56,228 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 51,557 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 45,620 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 44,301 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 43,054 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 43,107 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 43,003 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 42,801 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 42,799 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)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017
Fail 10 Apr 2017

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 41,602 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 39,562 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)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,562 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 36,093 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 34,146 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 33,135 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 31,661 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 28,760 miles

o/s MAIN BEAM TOO HIGH

Pass 29 May 2009 26,345 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 22,368 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 22,368 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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L700 SAG is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 L700 SAG, 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 L700 SAG?

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What year was L700 SAG registered?

L700 SAG is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is L700 SAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L700 SAG shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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