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SN13 CXM

2013 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,538 mi
Last recorded57,538 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Elise21,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN13 CXM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 57,538 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 57,162 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 56,952 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 55,966 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 54,765 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 53,786 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 51,892 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 50,633 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Mar 2017 48,641 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 48,633 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rear service brake imbalance recorded at 23% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake pads not in full contact with rear brake discs

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 22% (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 43,292 miles

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

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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SN13 CXM is a 2013 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 21,882 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 SN13 CXM, 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 13 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 SN13 CXM registered?

SN13 CXM is a 2013 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 March 2013.

Is SN13 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN13 CXM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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