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B9 MPA

1996 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,612 mi
Last recorded24,612 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 MPA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 24,612 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 24,419 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 24,272 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 24,058 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 23,894 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 2 Oct 2019 23,441 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 23,351 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 23,098 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,971 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 22,862 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 22,686 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 22,507 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 22,464 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,454 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 22,079 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 21,458 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 21,458 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 19 May 2008 21,125 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 20,499 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 19,537 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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B9 MPA is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 48,015 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 B9 MPA, 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 30 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B9 MPA registered?

B9 MPA is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 December 1996.

Is B9 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 MPA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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