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KX09 MVC

2009 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,261 mi
Last recorded67,261 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX09 MVC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 67,261 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 70,521 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 70,521 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 70,165 miles

ABS Pump mounting rubbers perished and nut loose.

Pass 26 Jan 2022 61,515 miles

undertray(s) fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2022 61,393 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

undertray(s) fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2021 50,282 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 39,776 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 29,031 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 27,937 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 27,937 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 25,843 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 23,080 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 20,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,557 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2013 15,150 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 10,746 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KX09 MVC is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KX09 MVC, 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 KX09 MVC registered?

KX09 MVC is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is KX09 MVC safe to buy?

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