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EY05 DVX

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,092 mi
Last recorded33,092 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 DVX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 33,092 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 31,854 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 26,008 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 23,997 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 23,997 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 21,967 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 19,236 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 17,171 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 16,990 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 16,580 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 16,273 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 16,059 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 15,528 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 14,651 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,498 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 12,133 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 9,186 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 8,703 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 8,044 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 6,667 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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EY05 DVX is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EY05 DVX, 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 EY05 DVX registered?

EY05 DVX is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is EY05 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 DVX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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