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E3 DCJ

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,109 mi
Last recorded38,109 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 DCJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 38,109 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 37,393 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 36,181 miles

slight pitting to inner edges of both rear brake discs

Pass 14 Apr 2023 34,178 miles

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

slight pitting to front and rear brake discs ,consistent with being stood

Pass 14 Apr 2022 33,453 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 32,367 miles

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

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

slight pitting to front and rear brake discs, consistent with being stood

Pass 4 Jun 2019 29,610 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 27,519 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 24,930 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,081 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 19,712 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 17,696 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2013 24,381 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 22 May 2013 24,381 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 22,999 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 19,357 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,623 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 16,621 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,353 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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E3 DCJ 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 89.5%.

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 E3 DCJ, 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 E3 DCJ registered?

E3 DCJ is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is E3 DCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 DCJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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