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EU09 EDL

2009 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,914 mi
Last recorded17,914 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU09 EDL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 17,914 miles

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Pass 1 Mar 2018 16,776 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 14,598 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 13,531 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 12,132 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 11,387 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 11,387 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 10,002 miles

Both front track rod end ball joints leaking grease slightly - dust covers not damaged

Fail 7 Mar 2013 10,002 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front track rod end ball joints leaking grease slightly - dust covers not damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2012 9,119 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 9,116 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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EU09 EDL is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 EU09 EDL, 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 EU09 EDL registered?

EU09 EDL is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is EU09 EDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU09 EDL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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