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PO59 EOX

2009 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,414 mi
Last recorded11,414 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO59 EOX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 11,414 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 11,389 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 11,380 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 10,617 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 7,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 6,669 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 4,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 2,852 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 2,841 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 2,840 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2013 2,830 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wiper starting to smear

Pass 8 Jan 2013 2,830 miles

front wiper starting to smear

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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PO59 EOX is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PO59 EOX, 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 PO59 EOX registered?

PO59 EOX is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is PO59 EOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO59 EOX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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