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KY16 UDZ

2016 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,200 mi
Last recorded42,200 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Elise15,473 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY16 UDZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 42,200 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 42,141 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 40,595 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 35,288 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 20,902 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 20 Nov 2020 14,095 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 9,344 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 5,959 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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KY16 UDZ is a 2016 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 15,473 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 KY16 UDZ, 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 10 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 KY16 UDZ registered?

KY16 UDZ is a 2016 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is KY16 UDZ safe to buy?

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