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AU05 HRF

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,797 mi
Last recorded41,797 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 41,797 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 41,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 40,806 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 40,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 40,310 miles

Front wiper smearing windscreen

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 Feb 2018 38,848 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 37,488 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,453 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 34,453 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 31,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,878 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 26,168 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 24,817 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,024 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front tyre is worn on the outside edge

Pass 16 Jul 2010 20,321 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 18,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 16,832 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 HRF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HRF, 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 HRF registered?

AU05 HRF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is AU05 HRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 HRF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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