MOT Status
ValidMileage
91,696 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
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)
Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V23 BAY is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 V23 BAY, 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 V23 BAY?
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What year was V23 BAY registered?
V23 BAY is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 May 2005.
Is V23 BAY safe to buy?
The MOT history for V23 BAY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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