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HX18 CAA

2018 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,258 mi
Last recorded17,258 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Lotus Elise10,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX18 CAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 17,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 16,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 16,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 15,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 14,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 May 2021 14,718 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted to max only just on min allowed possible headlamp fault (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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HX18 CAA is a 2018 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 10,049 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 HX18 CAA, 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 8 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 HX18 CAA registered?

HX18 CAA is a 2018 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 May 2018.

Is HX18 CAA safe to buy?

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