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YD05 KAV

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,560 mi
Last recorded39,560 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 KAV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 39,560 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 39,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 39,426 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,405 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 38,449 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 38,179 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 34,171 miles

full underbody covers fitted full inspection obstruted

Pass 30 Jul 2009 31,427 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 20,013 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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YD05 KAV is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YD05 KAV, 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 YD05 KAV registered?

YD05 KAV is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 June 2005.

Is YD05 KAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 KAV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YD05 KAV have outstanding finance?

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