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AU05 CVO

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,777 mi
Last recorded30,777 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2009
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2009 30,777 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nsr upper wishbone inner bushes worn

roll bar intruding on drivers view of road

small amount of play nsr wheel bearing

unable to open bonnet

Fail 30 Oct 2009 30,579 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

roll bar in drivers view

unable to open bonnet

Pass 9 Sep 2008 21,229 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,347 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 CVO is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AU05 CVO, 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.

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What year was AU05 CVO registered?

AU05 CVO is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is AU05 CVO safe to buy?

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