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T9 RNE

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,097 mi
Last recorded46,097 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT9 RNE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 46,097 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 45,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 43,607 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 42,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2022 41,983 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 40,748 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 39,926 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 35,731 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 32,573 miles

rear tyres low @ 3mm

Pass 20 Oct 2016 29,339 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 26,237 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 22,804 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 19,508 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 16,070 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 12,789 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 9,546 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 6,896 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 4,885 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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T9 RNE is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T9 RNE, 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 T9 RNE registered?

T9 RNE is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is T9 RNE safe to buy?

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