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WX55 AZN

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,896 mi
Last recorded33,896 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 AZN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 33,896 miles

both front tyres are 12yrs old

both rear tyres are 11yrs old

Pass 12 Feb 2025 33,615 miles

Offside Front seat loose

no reverse light

Pass 23 Nov 2023 33,330 miles

reverse lights not working

Fail 21 Nov 2023 33,328 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

reverse lights not working

Pass 24 Oct 2022 33,153 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 32,413 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 31,584 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 29,403 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 28,851 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 28,176 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,878 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 27,252 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 25,405 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 23,125 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,364 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 17,501 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,686 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 10,495 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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WX55 AZN is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WX55 AZN, 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 WX55 AZN registered?

WX55 AZN is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is WX55 AZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX55 AZN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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