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DIB 7041

2013 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,741 mi
Last recorded68,741 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Elise21,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIB 7041
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 May 2025 68,741 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 62,302 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 58,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 50,706 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 45,347 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 43,106 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 37,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 32,552 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 27,197 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 19,939 miles

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

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

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

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

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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DIB 7041 is a 2013 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DIB 7041, 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

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What year was DIB 7041 registered?

DIB 7041 is a 2013 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is DIB 7041 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIB 7041 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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