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RM05 JOY

2005 Tvr Sagaris

Gold Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,947 mi
Last recorded16,947 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Tvr Sagaris23,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRM05 JOY
MakeTvr
ModelSagaris
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 16,947 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 14,867 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 12,371 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 11,312 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 11,301 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 11,287 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 11,277 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 11,258 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 11,247 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 11,228 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 11,217 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 11,196 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 11,100 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 10,814 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 73,222 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)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 10,597 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 10,596 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)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 9,744 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2008 9,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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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RM05 JOY is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris in Gold with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RM05 JOY, 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 RM05 JOY registered?

RM05 JOY is a 2005 Tvr Sagaris, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is RM05 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RM05 JOY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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