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DK05 CYO

2005 Lotus Elise

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,705 mi
Last recorded62,705 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 CYO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 62,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,024 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 59,371 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 57,507 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 55,695 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 53,848 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 52,149 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,222 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 47,625 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 42,976 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 40,228 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 36,963 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,445 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 28,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,692 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 23,966 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,317 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 22,610 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 21,035 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 CYO is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 CYO, 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 DK05 CYO registered?

DK05 CYO is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is DK05 CYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 CYO shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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