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FJ05 KJZ

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

4,288 mi
Last recorded4,288 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KJZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 4,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 4,210 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 4,088 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 3,993 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 3,941 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 3,901 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 3,754 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 3,704 miles

Covers Fitted

Front Tyres Cracking

Pass 22 Mar 2016 3,612 miles

fitted with engine covers and under trays

Pass 18 Mar 2015 3,467 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 3,324 miles

Wiper poor

Pass 13 Mar 2013 3,295 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 3,201 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 3,079 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,000 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,877 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 2,877 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 2,804 miles

wiper smearing

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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FJ05 KJZ is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FJ05 KJZ, 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 FJ05 KJZ registered?

FJ05 KJZ is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 KJZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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