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AU05 BFO

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,628 mi
Last recorded25,628 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 BFO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2014 25,628 miles

All four tyres cracking in tread

Pass 22 Mar 2013 23,114 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s driving lamp cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,113 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 11,928 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 10,546 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 8,918 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,420 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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AU05 BFO is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU05 BFO, 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 AU05 BFO registered?

AU05 BFO is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AU05 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 BFO shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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