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RX09 CZE

2009 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,678 mi
Last recorded59,678 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 CZE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 59,678 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 59,639 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 59,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 59,581 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 59,540 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 59,471 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Cable rusty (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 59,452 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 59,145 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 56,983 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,430 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 34,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISE WORN TO 2.00MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISE WORN TO 2.00MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,216 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,947 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,611 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 3,352 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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RX09 CZE is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc 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 RX09 CZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX09 CZE registered?

RX09 CZE is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2009.

Is RX09 CZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 CZE 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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