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GHS 3

2016 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,091 mi
Last recorded27,091 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Lotus Elise15,473 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHS 3
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 27,091 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 23,302 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 18,973 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 18,967 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2023 16,307 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 13,811 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 10,036 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 8,671 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 7,791 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 6,519 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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GHS 3 is a 2016 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 15,473 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 GHS 3, 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 10 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 GHS 3 registered?

GHS 3 is a 2016 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 July 2016.

Is GHS 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHS 3 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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