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AU59 AHK

2009 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,496 mi
Last recorded35,496 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 AHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 35,496 miles

Rear Inner DISCS CORRODED INNER REAR

UBDERTRAY FITTER NOT ALLOWING FULLY INSPECKTING

Pass 26 Nov 2021 35,130 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 35,126 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 33,805 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 32,901 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,548 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 30,363 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 29,450 miles

All brake discs corroded

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)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 28,972 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)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 26,693 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 21,881 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 16,250 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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AU59 AHK is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 28,417 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 AU59 AHK, 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 17 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU59 AHK registered?

AU59 AHK is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is AU59 AHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 AHK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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