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GN09 HFH

2009 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,455 mi
Last recorded36,455 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 HFH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 36,455 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 36,455 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 34,663 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 34,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 32,525 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,529 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tread and low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 28,277 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 27,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 25,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,460 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 20,483 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 20,483 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 16,888 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 14,544 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 11,122 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 11,122 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 9,040 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 7,096 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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GN09 HFH is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GN09 HFH, 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 GN09 HFH registered?

GN09 HFH is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 March 2009.

Is GN09 HFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN09 HFH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN09 HFH have outstanding finance?

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