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AU59 AJO

2009 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,995 mi
Last recorded58,995 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 AJO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 58,995 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 58,910 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under Tray Fitted Full Length of Vehicle Preventing Full Inspection of under Vehicle Body and Components.

Pass 14 Oct 2024 57,064 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 55,549 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 53,962 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 48,797 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 46,244 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2019 39,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 38,824 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 34,767 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 34,767 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 31,056 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 27,691 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 105,950 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 23,536 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 19,722 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 15,961 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 AJO is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJO, 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 AJO registered?

AU59 AJO is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is AU59 AJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 AJO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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