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KX59 BOU

2009 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,350 mi
Last recorded51,350 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX59 BOU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 51,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 50,855 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 49,548 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 44,235 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 42,766 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 42,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 42,230 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 41,863 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 41,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 37,600 miles

Covers Fitted

Front Brake Pads Creaking

Pass 26 Aug 2016 37,378 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 36,564 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 31,612 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 27,364 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 21,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KX59 BOU is a 2009 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 KX59 BOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX59 BOU registered?

KX59 BOU is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is KX59 BOU safe to buy?

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