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WM05 AAZ

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,141 mi
Last recorded52,141 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 AAZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2012 52,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 52,141 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 41,241 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 33,601 miles

offside inner brake pad worn

nearside front inner brake pad worn

nearside front wheel arch liner loose

nearside rear inner brake pad worn

offside front inner brake pad worn

Pass 13 Jul 2009 24,658 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 24,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 15,536 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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WM05 AAZ is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WM05 AAZ, 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 WM05 AAZ registered?

WM05 AAZ is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is WM05 AAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 AAZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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