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VX05 ELC

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,060 mi
Last recorded30,060 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 ELC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 30,060 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion to all discs on inner edge

Fail 16 Dec 2011 30,036 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion to all discs on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2010 28,787 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 26,933 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 26,933 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Nov 2008 24,125 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 24,125 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 19,839 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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VX05 ELC is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 VX05 ELC, 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 VX05 ELC registered?

VX05 ELC is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VX05 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 ELC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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