MOT Status
ValidMileage
80,443 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Emissions unable to be completed test unable to be completed due to engine cutting out (8.2.1.2 (d))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
Emissions unable to be completed due to risk of vehicle overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Emissions unable to be completed emissions test stopped due to risk of vehicle overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 front and rear (5.2.3 (e))
Emissions not tested Aborted test procedure due to overheating during test (8.2.1.2 (d))
Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both front (4.1.4 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Coolant loss (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres front and rear (5.2.3 (e))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Rear Exhaust bolts corroded
Rear Undertray fitted unable to inspect
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Rear Exhaust bolts corroded
Rear Undertray fitted unable to inspect
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Emissions not tested unable to hold revs and rev counter faulty. (8.2.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small (0.1 (d))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation when front brake imbalance is tested (1.2.1 (d))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
rear brake application uneven Service brake (3.7.B.2)
rear parking brake recording little or no effort Both parking brakes (3.7.B.6a)
Front Number plate is smaller than normal
Nearside Front Tyre showing wear on inner edge
Offside Front Tyre worn thin on inner edge
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 27% (3.7.B.5b)
Front and rear brake application is slightly uneven
Front number plate is smaller than standard fitment
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 22% (3.7.B.5b)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 27% (3.7.B.5b)
Front and rear brake application is slightly uneven
Front number plate is smaller than standard fitment
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 22% (3.7.B.5b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
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WX05 KBF is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.
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 WX05 KBF, 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 WX05 KBF registered?
WX05 KBF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 April 2005.
Is WX05 KBF safe to buy?
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