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W2 YLG

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

54,899 mi
Last recorded54,899 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW2 YLG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 54,899 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 53,509 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 51,563 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 49,984 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 48,667 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 48,446 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,611 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 46,471 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 43,817 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 41,019 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 40,266 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,610 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F and both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 38,326 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 36,474 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 34,602 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 29,873 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 29,108 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 27,345 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 27,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 27,320 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2008 21,708 miles

n/s front driving lamp inop

Fail 15 May 2008 21,708 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s front driving lamp inop

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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W2 YLG is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 W2 YLG, 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 W2 YLG?

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What year was W2 YLG registered?

W2 YLG is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is W2 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W2 YLG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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