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SN59 BSZ

2009 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,033 mi
Last recorded51,033 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 BSZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 51,033 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 50,788 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 49,345 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 4 Mar 2023 48,855 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 4 Dec 2021 48,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 46,623 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 43,536 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 42,800 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 41,215 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 40,230 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 36,801 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,606 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,343 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 29,145 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 21,973 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 14,733 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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SN59 BSZ is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Grey 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 SN59 BSZ, 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 SN59 BSZ registered?

SN59 BSZ is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 October 2009.

Is SN59 BSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 BSZ 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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