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DK05 CXW

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,740 mi
Last recorded21,740 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 CXW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 21,740 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 21,424 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 21,179 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 21,106 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 20,917 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 20,587 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 20,481 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 20,206 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,009 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 19,689 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 19,487 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 18,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 18,179 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 17,182 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,082 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 12,449 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 9,699 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,063 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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DK05 CXW is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red 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 DK05 CXW, 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 DK05 CXW?

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What year was DK05 CXW registered?

DK05 CXW is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is DK05 CXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 CXW 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.

Does DK05 CXW have outstanding finance?

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