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WA05 FXM

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,834 mi
Last recorded54,834 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 FXM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 54,834 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 53,909 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 52,709 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 51,997 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 51,555 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 51,098 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 50,627 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 50,123 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 49,268 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,804 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 48,258 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 48,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 47,291 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 45,307 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,936 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 44,924 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside and offside front brake discs surface rust present

nearside and ofside rear brake pads getting low in thickness/brake disce surface rust present

Pass 24 Jan 2012 42,915 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2011 32,465 miles

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

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

front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,524 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 17,393 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,260 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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WA05 FXM is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 WA05 FXM, 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 WA05 FXM?

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What year was WA05 FXM registered?

WA05 FXM is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WA05 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 FXM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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