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GX09 KSY

2009 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,030 mi
Last recorded32,030 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 KSY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 32,030 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 31,646 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 31,306 miles

All steering/suspension components heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face heavily corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 31,035 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 30,657 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 29,986 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 29,656 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 29,278 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 28,258 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 26,545 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 25,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 25,338 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 21,544 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 17,146 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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GX09 KSY is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 GX09 KSY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX09 KSY registered?

GX09 KSY is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is GX09 KSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX09 KSY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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