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VX54 DXR

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,031 mi
Last recorded21,031 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 DXR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 21,031 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 20,904 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished between treads

Pass 19 Apr 2024 20,673 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 20,515 miles

Front front wiper streaking on screen

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp aim on upper limit

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front headlamp aim on lower limit

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 20,387 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 19,779 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 19,050 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 17,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 17,017 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Pass 22 Mar 2016 15,478 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 13,977 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 12,827 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 11,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 8,971 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 7,325 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 6,042 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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VX54 DXR is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VX54 DXR, 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.

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What year was VX54 DXR registered?

VX54 DXR is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is VX54 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX54 DXR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX54 DXR have outstanding finance?

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