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L25 LOT

2009 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,327 mi
Last recorded28,327 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL25 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 28,327 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 27,989 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 27,535 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 26,930 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 26,284 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 26,209 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 25,772 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 25,071 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 24,205 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 22,957 miles

ALL TYRES LOW ON TREAD

Pass 20 Sep 2016 20,997 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 16,434 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,330 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 13,614 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2012 11,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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L25 LOT is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Green 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 L25 LOT, 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

How do I check the history of L25 LOT?

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What year was L25 LOT registered?

L25 LOT is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is L25 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L25 LOT shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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