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AU55 DFP

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,117 mi
Last recorded35,117 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DFP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 35,117 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 32,314 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 31,757 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 30,899 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 30,572 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 29,096 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 29,096 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 26,127 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 25,234 miles

unable to check all brake hoses thoroughly as are covered with protective spring

Fail 22 Jun 2018 25,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 heavily pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 heavily pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

unable to check all brake hoses thoroughly as are covered with protective spring

Pass 23 Jun 2017 24,664 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 pitted (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 23,015 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres perished no cords exposed

Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,901 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 19,821 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 18,159 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 16,975 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 11,935 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 DFP 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 88.2%.

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 DFP, 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 DFP registered?

AU55 DFP is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DFP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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