MOT Status
ValidMileage
40,483 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.64 mm and worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.21 mm and worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
advise tear in wiper blade.
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
high level brake light inop
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E3 TUL is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 TUL, 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.
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How do I check the history of E3 TUL?
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What year was E3 TUL registered?
E3 TUL is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is E3 TUL safe to buy?
The MOT history for E3 TUL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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