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SN64 BUW

2014 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,074 mi
Last recorded4,074 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Lotus Elise21,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN64 BUW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 4,074 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 3,864 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 3,693 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 3,502 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 3,333 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 3,121 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 2,629 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 2,233 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 1,967 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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SN64 BUW is a 2014 Lotus Elise in Black 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 SN64 BUW, 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 SN64 BUW registered?

SN64 BUW is a 2014 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 September 2014.

Is SN64 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN64 BUW 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 SN64 BUW have outstanding finance?

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