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SO05 BYE

2006 Tvr Tuscan

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,146 mi
Last recorded20,146 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Tvr Tuscan23,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 BYE
MakeTvr
ModelTuscan
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 20,146 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 19,953 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 18,926 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 17,854 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 17,135 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 17,104 miles

Offside Front Power steering component leaking coming out of steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 16,755 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 16,638 miles

handbrake performance low

Pass 6 Apr 2018 15,975 miles

Offside Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 14,170 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 14,118 miles

both front brake discs rusted on inner faces

Pass 1 Sep 2015 13,646 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,688 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 12,688 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,165 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 11,611 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,453 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,207 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,814 miles

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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SO05 BYE is a 2006 Tvr Tuscan in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Tvr Tuscan models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 23,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SO05 BYE, 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 20 years old, this Tvr Tuscan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO05 BYE registered?

SO05 BYE is a 2006 Tvr Tuscan, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is SO05 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 BYE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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