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NK09 CKX

2009 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,528 mi
Last recorded38,528 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK09 CKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 38,528 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 38,398 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 37,719 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 32,976 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 32,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/35 r16 80w (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/35 r16 80w (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 23,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2013 17,043 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 13,504 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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NK09 CKX is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 NK09 CKX, 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 NK09 CKX registered?

NK09 CKX is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is NK09 CKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK09 CKX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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