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S888 FFY

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,261 mi
Last recorded59,261 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS888 FFY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 59,261 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 59,029 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 58,691 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 58,341 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 58,341 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 58,111 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 57,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 57,485 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 56,740 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 54,361 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 53,368 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 53,368 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 51,117 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 47,121 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 39,133 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 30,626 miles

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

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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S888 FFY is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S888 FFY, 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

How do I check the history of S888 FFY?

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What year was S888 FFY registered?

S888 FFY is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is S888 FFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S888 FFY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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