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EU05 FDC

2005 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,097 mi
Last recorded30,097 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 FDC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 30,097 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Jun 2025 29,659 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 29,101 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 28,806 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 28,202 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 27,660 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 26,767 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 26,308 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 25,543 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both (1.1.15 (a))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 24,113 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 24,113 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 23,177 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 21,666 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 19,375 miles

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,898 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 14,944 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 11,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 11,762 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 8,831 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 7,235 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 6,093 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 FDC is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FDC, 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 FDC registered?

EU05 FDC is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 June 2005.

Is EU05 FDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 FDC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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