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AU05 CWX

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

48,206 mi
Last recorded48,206 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 48,206 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 47,246 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 47,246 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 46,700 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 46,700 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 46,264 miles

nearside handbrake cable outer casing deteriorated

rear brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

rear tyres 3mm

Fail 26 Mar 2022 46,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

nearside handbrake cable outer casing deteriorated

rear brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 9 Mar 2021 44,462 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 44,435 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 44,331 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 44,195 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 42,445 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 37,580 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 36,926 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 36,331 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 34,846 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 32,887 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,843 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 20,830 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 20,826 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,738 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,559 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 7,912 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 CWX is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 CWX, 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

How do I check the history of AU05 CWX?

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What year was AU05 CWX registered?

AU05 CWX is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is AU05 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 CWX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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