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AU55 DFD

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,838 mi
Last recorded19,838 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DFD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 19,838 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 175 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 19,819 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 175 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 19,284 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 19,050 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 18,669 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 18,248 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 17,884 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 17,657 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 16,734 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 15,765 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 15,324 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 14,882 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 14,513 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 13,828 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 12,929 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 12,230 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 11,355 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 10,707 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 9,814 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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AU55 DFD is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AU55 DFD, 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 AU55 DFD registered?

AU55 DFD is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is AU55 DFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DFD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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