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M4 MVG

2009 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,908 mi
Last recorded29,908 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 MVG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 29,908 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 29,019 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 28,977 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 28,372 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 27,863 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 27,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,926 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 26,919 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 26,366 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 25,869 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 25,171 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 24,295 miles

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)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 21,495 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 16,609 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 13,280 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,505 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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M4 MVG is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M4 MVG, 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.

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What year was M4 MVG registered?

M4 MVG is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is M4 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M4 MVG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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