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KX13 ECF

2013 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,102 mi
Last recorded31,102 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Elise21,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX13 ECF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 31,102 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 28,409 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 27,827 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 27,113 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 25,056 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 23,714 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 21,486 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 19,485 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 15,768 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 13,752 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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KX13 ECF is a 2013 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 21,882 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 KX13 ECF, 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 13 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 KX13 ECF registered?

KX13 ECF is a 2013 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is KX13 ECF safe to buy?

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