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YJ09 GZR

2009 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,871 mi
Last recorded48,871 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ09 GZR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 48,871 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2025 45,928 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 43,593 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,715 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 39,486 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 36,686 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 34,359 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 32,504 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 31,986 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 30,921 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 30,910 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 29,087 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 25,904 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 24,774 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 20,797 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,221 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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YJ09 GZR is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Orange 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 YJ09 GZR, 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 YJ09 GZR registered?

YJ09 GZR is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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