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X8 TKR

2005 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,399 mi
Last recorded32,399 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 TKR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 32,399 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 32,399 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 32,004 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 31,499 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 30,716 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,315 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 29,315 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 27,630 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 27,028 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 25,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,287 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 20,925 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 18,598 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 18,598 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,558 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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X8 TKR is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X8 TKR, 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 X8 TKR registered?

X8 TKR is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is X8 TKR safe to buy?

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