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RX09 CZN

2009 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,360 mi
Last recorded39,360 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 CZN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 39,360 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces slight scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 38,756 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 35,667 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 34,071 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 31,558 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 30,791 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 28,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 27,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 25,143 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Apr 2016 19,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 13,928 miles

headlight aims on lower limit

Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,367 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyre valves deteriorating.

Pass 25 Mar 2013 7,831 miles

surface rust brake discs

Pass 16 Mar 2012 4,624 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 CZN is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CZN, 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 CZN registered?

RX09 CZN is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is RX09 CZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 CZN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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