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LOT 89Y

2017 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,444 mi
Last recorded23,444 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Elise11,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOT 89Y
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 23,444 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage at bottom edge (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 22,726 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 22,642 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged bottom edge (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 21,485 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 20,504 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 19,678 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 18,542 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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LOT 89Y is a 2017 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc 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 LOT 89Y, 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 LOT 89Y?

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What year was LOT 89Y registered?

LOT 89Y is a 2017 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 March 2017.

Is LOT 89Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOT 89Y 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.

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