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KX17 CVV

2017 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,730 mi
Last recorded24,730 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Elise11,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX17 CVV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 24,730 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 23,491 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 22,213 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 20,441 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 15,740 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 13,491 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 11,767 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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KX17 CVV is a 2017 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 KX17 CVV, 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 KX17 CVV?

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What year was KX17 CVV registered?

KX17 CVV is a 2017 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is KX17 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX17 CVV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KX17 CVV have outstanding finance?

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