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DK55 ETA

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,574 mi
Last recorded58,574 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 ETA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 58,574 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 57,732 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 56,620 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 54,698 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 54,229 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 53,329 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 52,796 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 51,419 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 49,431 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 47,575 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 44,519 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 40,273 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 37,966 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 35,137 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 33,016 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 29,928 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 24,757 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 24,757 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 20,336 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)

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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DK55 ETA 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 DK55 ETA, 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 DK55 ETA?

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What year was DK55 ETA registered?

DK55 ETA is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is DK55 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 ETA 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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