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YN05 FJX

2005 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,936 mi
Last recorded47,936 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 FJX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 47,936 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 46,220 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 46,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 40,031 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,628 miles

Both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 13 Jun 2011 26,642 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,189 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 19,479 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 15,796 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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YN05 FJX is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YN05 FJX, 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 YN05 FJX registered?

YN05 FJX is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is YN05 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 FJX shows 9 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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