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FJ55 BTY

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,731 mi
Last recorded43,731 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 BTY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 43,731 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 43,349 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 43,349 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both front headlamp aim is too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam Front main beam on headlamps is not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 42,957 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hubs and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 42,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hubs and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 42,228 miles

Front Both front indicator lamps have tape on them

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nsr shocker has light mist of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs are pitted/rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 40,542 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 36,903 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 32,853 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 28,276 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 28,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 25,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 May 2018 25,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2017 23,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 22,749 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 20,293 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 18,393 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 16,751 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 13,415 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 7,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,735 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 6,297 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FJ55 BTY is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 FJ55 BTY, 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 FJ55 BTY registered?

FJ55 BTY is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FJ55 BTY safe to buy?

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