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AU05 HRK

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,142 mi
Last recorded18,142 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 HRK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 18,142 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 17,477 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 16,914 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 16,343 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 15,831 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 15,199 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 15,043 miles

Underfloor panels preventing inspection of brake pipes etc. No access to underbonnet components.

Pass 23 Jul 2018 14,349 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 13,784 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 13,258 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,476 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2014 11,889 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 10,999 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 10,014 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,195 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 8,216 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 6,535 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 5,374 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 HRK is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 HRK, 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 HRK?

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What year was AU05 HRK registered?

AU05 HRK is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is AU05 HRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 HRK shows 18 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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