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SF05 HUU

2005 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,846 mi
Last recorded31,846 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 HUU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 31,846 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 28,526 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 25,867 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 21,618 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 6 Apr 2009 21,618 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Apr 2008 17,852 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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SF05 HUU is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SF05 HUU, 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 SF05 HUU?

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What year was SF05 HUU registered?

SF05 HUU is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is SF05 HUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 HUU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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