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HX17 FTN

2017 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,465 mi
Last recorded20,465 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Lotus Elise11,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX17 FTN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 20,465 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 20,097 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 17,842 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 16,080 miles

Slight oil leak from oil cooler OSF

Fail 7 Jun 2022 16,080 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Slight oil leak from oil cooler OSF

Pass 7 Jun 2021 14,129 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 11,794 miles
Pass 29 May 2020

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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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HX17 FTN is a 2017 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 11,951 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 HX17 FTN, 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 9 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX17 FTN?

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What year was HX17 FTN registered?

HX17 FTN is a 2017 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 June 2017.

Is HX17 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX17 FTN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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