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EU05 EZT

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,969 mi
Last recorded67,969 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 EZT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 67,969 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 67,428 miles

Engine management light on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 66,899 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2016 66,420 miles

mil on dash

undertrays fitted, obscuring most underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2015 64,741 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on dash board

nearside front tyre wearing on edge(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 63,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on 3mm

rear inner pads aprox 70% worn

Pass 7 May 2013 58,176 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 55,127 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 51,700 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 46,700 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 46,700 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 40,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Jun 2009 40,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 29,810 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 EZT is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EU05 EZT, 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 EZT registered?

EU05 EZT is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is EU05 EZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 EZT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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