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AU05 CWF

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,069 mi
Last recorded20,069 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 20,069 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 20,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 19,965 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 19,828 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 19,744 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 19,700 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 19,524 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 19,348 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 19,121 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 18,412 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 18,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 17,773 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 16,368 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,525 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 13,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 13,787 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 11,305 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,866 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 CWF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CWF, 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 CWF registered?

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

Is AU05 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 CWF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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