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EY05 FLF

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,328 mi
Last recorded45,328 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 FLF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 45,328 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 44,583 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 43,821 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 43,535 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,764 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,847 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 40,998 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 39,795 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 39,124 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 37,853 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 36,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 35,347 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 33,566 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front track rod end ball joint leaking grease slightly - no damage to dust cover

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 7 May 2013 33,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front track rod end ball joint leaking grease slightly - no damage to dust cover

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 31,200 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 28,664 miles

Both front tyres ON legal limit.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2011 28,664 miles

Both front tyres ON legal limit.

Pass 11 May 2010 25,393 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 25,393 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2009 24,025 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 23,025 miles

nearside front tyre worn on innner and outer edges

offside front tyre perrished in tread

offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

wiper blade worn

Fail 11 Feb 2008 23,025 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre perrished in tread

nearside front tyre worn on innner and outer edges

nearside headlight aim at max

offside front tyre perrished in tread

offside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

wiper blade worn

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 FLF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EY05 FLF, 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 FLF registered?

EY05 FLF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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