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S111 TPF

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,923 mi
Last recorded59,923 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS111 TPF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 59,923 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 59,723 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 59,291 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 58,625 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 58,310 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 57,327 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 55,765 miles

Nearside Front spot lamp - additional main beam - not working

Fail 7 Feb 2018 55,765 miles

Nearside Front spot lamp - additional main beam - not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 51,439 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 2 Mar 2017 51,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 18 Feb 2015 47,981 miles

Both rear shockers slightly weeping.

Both rear upper alloy spring seats corroded.

Condensation in both front indicator lamps.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 36,815 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre valve deterioating

Fail 3 Feb 2014 36,815 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre valve deterioating

Pass 22 Feb 2013 26,605 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 25,238 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 19,764 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 11,110 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 8,433 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 6,758 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 6,758 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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S111 TPF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S111 TPF, 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 S111 TPF registered?

S111 TPF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 February 2005.

Is S111 TPF safe to buy?

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