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WX55 DME

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

153,937 mi
Last recorded153,937 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 DME
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 153,937 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 153,922 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 153,021 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2023 152,368 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 149,185 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 149,178 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 144,581 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 134,151 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 127,421 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 127,421 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 112,832 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 97,501 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 86,287 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 76,740 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 65,105 miles

damage to front number plate

o.s.f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Dec 2010 53,449 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 41,691 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 30,278 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 DME is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 DME, 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 DME registered?

WX55 DME is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is WX55 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX55 DME 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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