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EU05 EZL

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

63,299 mi
Last recorded63,299 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 63,299 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 62,216 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 60,451 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 58,941 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 58,941 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 56,761 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 54,267 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 53,950 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2019 518,881 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 51,859 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honey combe back ground (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honey combe background (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 50,795 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 48,984 miles

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 Feb 2016 46,956 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 44,492 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,194 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 36,775 miles

Near Side Front track rod end ball joint leaking grease slightly - dust cover not damaged

Near Side Front upper ball joint leaking grease slightly - dust cover not damaged

Fail 25 Feb 2013 36,775 miles

Near Side Front track rod end ball joint leaking grease slightly - dust cover not damaged

Near Side Front upper ball joint leaking grease slightly - dust cover not damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 32,990 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 29,046 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 25,002 miles

Both front tyres wearing low.

Pass 9 Mar 2009 20,816 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 14,733 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 14,729 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 EZL is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EZL, 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 EU05 EZL registered?

EU05 EZL is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EU05 EZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 EZL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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