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EU05 FCJ

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,025 mi
Last recorded66,025 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 FCJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 66,025 miles

full metal covers underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 1 Jun 2021 62,912 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 62,910 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 61,571 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 59,602 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 56,189 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 50,929 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 47,002 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2015 46,874 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 40,522 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,255 miles

brake discs corroded

Pass 20 May 2011 28,382 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 23,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,614 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 19,966 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 16,921 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 FCJ is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FCJ, 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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What year was EU05 FCJ registered?

EU05 FCJ is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is EU05 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 FCJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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