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D18 WOW

2009 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,229 mi
Last recorded36,229 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD18 WOW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 36,229 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 32,235 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 31,796 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 29,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 28,367 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 27,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 26,318 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 24,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 20,800 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 19,928 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 16,507 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 14,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 12,215 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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D18 WOW is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D18 WOW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D18 WOW registered?

D18 WOW is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is D18 WOW safe to buy?

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