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X7 LOT

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,255 mi
Last recorded29,255 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX7 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 29,255 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 28,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 28,607 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 28,265 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 27,890 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 27,430 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 27,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 26,525 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 26,071 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 24,659 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 23,781 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 23,420 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,412 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 22,411 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 20,973 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 19,862 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,836 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,313 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 15,609 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 13,273 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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X7 LOT is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X7 LOT, 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 X7 LOT registered?

X7 LOT is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is X7 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X7 LOT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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