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D1 MJT

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

72,102 mi
Last recorded72,102 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 MJT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 72,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 70,707 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 68,089 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 65,064 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 61,719 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 57,442 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 54,181 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 51,889 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 50,156 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 46,142 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 43,801 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 41,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 37,930 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 34,708 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 30,377 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2010 27,719 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 27,719 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 23,324 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,830 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front and rear discs slightly scored on inner edges

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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D1 MJT is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 D1 MJT, 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 D1 MJT registered?

D1 MJT is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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The MOT history for D1 MJT 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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