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MX17 BFP

2017 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,857 mi
Last recorded2,857 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Lotus Elise11,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX17 BFP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 2,857 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2025 2,788 miles

sill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only.

Pass 27 Mar 2024 2,749 miles

sill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only.

Pass 24 Mar 2023 2,699 miles

sill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only.

Pass 24 Mar 2022 2,615 miles

under covers fitted, partial examination only.

Pass 1 Mar 2021 2,481 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 2,199 miles

under covers fitted partial inspection

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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MX17 BFP is a 2017 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 MX17 BFP, 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

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What year was MX17 BFP registered?

MX17 BFP is a 2017 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is MX17 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX17 BFP 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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