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AST 4W

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

41,389 mi
Last recorded41,389 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAST 4W
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 41,389 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 40,498 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 40,107 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 40,107 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 39,087 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 36,786 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 34,964 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 34,964 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 May 2014 34,250 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 33,328 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 32,901 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 32,747 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 31,825 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 31,752 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2010 31,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2009 29,849 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,554 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 26,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AST 4W is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AST 4W, 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 AST 4W registered?

AST 4W is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is AST 4W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AST 4W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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