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X44 MKX

2016 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,284 mi
Last recorded19,284 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Lotus Elise15,473 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX44 MKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2016
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 19,284 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 17,887 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 17,364 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 15,331 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

handbrake doesnt lock out

Pass 8 Mar 2021 13,115 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 11,079 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 8,685 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 8,685 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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X44 MKX is a 2016 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 15,473 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X44 MKX, 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 10 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X44 MKX?

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What year was X44 MKX registered?

X44 MKX is a 2016 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is X44 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X44 MKX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X44 MKX have outstanding finance?

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