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CN55 RZR

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,112 mi
Last recorded106,112 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN55 RZR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 106,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 104,265 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 102,910 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 100,630 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 92,246 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 84,197 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 78,615 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 72,561 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 72,561 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 70,124 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 69,647 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 53,171 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 37,366 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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CN55 RZR is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 CN55 RZR, 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 CN55 RZR registered?

CN55 RZR is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CN55 RZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN55 RZR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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