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WU55 EVC

2005 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,070 mi
Last recorded36,070 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 EVC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2012 36,070 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 30,886 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 28,167 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 22,468 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 17,482 miles

Offside Rear Outer Light not all LED's are working

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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WU55 EVC is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 WU55 EVC, 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 WU55 EVC?

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What year was WU55 EVC registered?

WU55 EVC is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is WU55 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU55 EVC shows 5 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 WU55 EVC have outstanding finance?

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