TVR Tuscan (2005)
2005 TVR Tuscan
CarHunch analysed 140 real MOT records for the 2005 TVR Tuscan. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 TVR Tuscan sits bang on the UK average with a 79.6% first-time pass rate, and dangerous defects are mercifully rare at just 7.1% of vehicles—well below the typical concern threshold. This is a straightforward reliability picture: no red flags, no standout weaknesses.
These Tuskans have covered modest mileage for their age (median 25,011 miles), yet they're still picking up an average of 2.04 failures and 3.8 advisories per test, suggesting they need decent maintenance to stay roadworthy. Before buying, check the full service history carefully and budget for regular work on electrics and trim—those advisory numbers hint at age-related wear rather than fundamental design flaws.
What to check before buying a 2005 TVR Tuscan
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 138 | 79.7% | 2.06 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 75% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 TVR Tuscan vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 TVR Tuscan vehicles fall between 16,910 and 36,985 miles.
2005 TVR Tuscan — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 92 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 TVR Tuscan
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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32%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.8%
Offside Headlamp aim too high
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17.4%
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
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16.7%
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
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16.7%
Nearside Headlamp aim too high
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15.3%
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
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14.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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