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EL03 MAB

2015 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,923 mi
Last recorded63,923 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 Lotus Elise16,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL03 MAB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 63,923 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 59,764 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 55,879 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 53,021 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 45,599 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 42,383 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 42,383 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 35,791 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 26,847 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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EL03 MAB is a 2015 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 16,318 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 EL03 MAB, 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 11 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 EL03 MAB?

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What year was EL03 MAB registered?

EL03 MAB is a 2015 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2015.

Is EL03 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL03 MAB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EL03 MAB have outstanding finance?

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