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EU70 EZD

2021 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,382 mi
Last recorded5,382 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Lotus Elise7,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU70 EZD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 5,382 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 5,224 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 4,919 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 4,918 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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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EU70 EZD is a 2021 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.9% with a typical mileage of 7,881 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 EU70 EZD, 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 5 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 EU70 EZD registered?

EU70 EZD is a 2021 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 February 2021.

Is EU70 EZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU70 EZD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU70 EZD have outstanding finance?

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