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AO63 LXD

2013 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,979 mi
Last recorded15,979 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Elise21,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO63 LXD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 15,979 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 15,123 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 14,946 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 14,837 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 14,415 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,410 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 14,392 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 12,662 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 12,588 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 12,588 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 11,469 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AO63 LXD is a 2013 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 21,882 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 AO63 LXD, 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 13 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO63 LXD?

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What year was AO63 LXD registered?

AO63 LXD is a 2013 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2013.

Is AO63 LXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO63 LXD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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