Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lotus Emira V6 First Edition reliable? We analysed 450 real MOT tests across 409 vehicles to find out.
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The Lotus Emira V6 First Edition is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lotus Emira V6 First Edition.
Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lotus Emira V6 First Edition. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lotus Emira V6 First Edition MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lotus Emira V6 First Edition to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lotus Emira V6 First Edition models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lotus Emira V6 First Edition MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lotus Emira V6 First Edition year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 345 | 93.0% | 5,353 | 8,400 | 12,666 |
| 2022 | 88 | 96.6% | 5,208 | 8,503 | 12,757 |
How Long Does a Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Last?
Based on 409 Lotus Emira V6 First Edition vehicles on UK roads.
Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lotus Emira V6 First Edition MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lotus Emira V6 First Edition
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.6% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
93.0% MOT pass rate from 345 tests
The best year to buy a used Lotus Emira V6 First Edition is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.6% across 88 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Emira V6 First Edition THIS CAR | 94.0% | 450 | 8,566 mi | — yrs |
| Lotus Elise | 81.8% | 150,954 | 38,576 mi | 30 yrs |
| Lotus Elan | 77.4% | 51,097 | 68,432 mi | 59 yrs |
| Lotus Esprit | 80.6% | 25,410 | 52,661 mi | 50 yrs |
| Lexus Ux 250H F Sport Design 4X2 CVT | 94.4% | 731 | 21,491 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lotus Elise (81.8% pass rate) and the Lotus Elan (77.4% pass rate), the Lotus Emira V6 First Edition outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Lotus Emira V6 First Edition has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.0% across 450 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lotus Emira V6 First Edition with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.