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KY16 VDR

2016 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,250 mi
Last recorded20,250 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Elise15,473 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY16 VDR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 20,250 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 18,430 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 18,155 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front TRE boots are cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nsr brake discs is rusty on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are cracking in tread and uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,009 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 16,398 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 16,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 15,373 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 12,786 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 12,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 12,786 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 VDR is a 2016 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VDR, 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 VDR registered?

KY16 VDR is a 2016 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is KY16 VDR safe to buy?

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