MOT Status
ValidMileage
27,927 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SN05 BAU 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 85%.
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 SN05 BAU, 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 SN05 BAU?
You can check the full history of SN05 BAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SN05 BAU registered?
SN05 BAU is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is SN05 BAU safe to buy?
The MOT history for SN05 BAU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SN05 BAU have outstanding finance?
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