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13 OF

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,612 mi
Last recorded28,612 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration13 OF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 28,612 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 28,596 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 28,429 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 28,257 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 27,645 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 27,173 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 26,530 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,522 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 25,034 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,732 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 24,464 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 24,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front and rear brake discs corroding on the inside edges and brake pads getting low front and rear

Pass 21 Apr 2008 23,103 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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13 OF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 13 OF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 13 OF registered?

13 OF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is 13 OF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 13 OF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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