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EU05 BFO

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,458 mi
Last recorded38,458 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 BFO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 38,458 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 37,403 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 33,811 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 31,961 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 29,294 miles

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Pass 9 Mar 2020 29,246 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 29,233 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 29,193 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 28,975 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 28,639 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 27,261 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 26,275 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 25,260 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,420 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,081 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 19,950 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,529 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 14,588 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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EU05 BFO is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 EU05 BFO, 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 EU05 BFO?

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What year was EU05 BFO registered?

EU05 BFO is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 February 2005.

Is EU05 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 BFO 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.

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