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R9 SCG

2014 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,296 mi
Last recorded10,296 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Lotus Elise21,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 SCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 10,296 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 8,910 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 5,197 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 2,332 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 2,112 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 2,100 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 1,572 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 1,519 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 1,088 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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R9 SCG is a 2014 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 21,474 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 R9 SCG, 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 12 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 R9 SCG registered?

R9 SCG is a 2014 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 May 2014.

Is R9 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 SCG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R9 SCG have outstanding finance?

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