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2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,749 mi
Last recorded72,749 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX321 OFF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 72,749 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 70,214 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 63,071 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 57,969 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 57,026 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 56,213 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 53,488 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 50,686 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 50,686 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 43,192 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 35,220 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 34,520 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 34,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,674 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 27,938 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,618 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 17,241 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 11,383 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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X321 OFF 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 88.9%.

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 X321 OFF, 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 X321 OFF registered?

X321 OFF is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is X321 OFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X321 OFF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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