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AU55 FZA

2005 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,088 mi
Last recorded58,088 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FZA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 58,088 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 55,294 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 52,956 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 50,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 48,537 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,101 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 43,583 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 41,585 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 39,274 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 37,130 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 34,845 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 31,259 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,115 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 24,168 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 20,882 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,127 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all brake discs worn

Pass 18 Jan 2010 13,808 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,477 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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AU55 FZA is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AU55 FZA, 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 AU55 FZA registered?

AU55 FZA is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is AU55 FZA safe to buy?

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