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HX15 CWK

2015 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,082 mi
Last recorded8,082 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 Lotus Elise16,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX15 CWK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 8,082 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 7,835 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 7,523 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 7,264 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 7,218 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 7,060 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 7,059 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 6,754 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 6,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 5,010 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 5,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 3,434 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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HX15 CWK is a 2015 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX15 CWK, 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

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What year was HX15 CWK registered?

HX15 CWK is a 2015 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2015.

Is HX15 CWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX15 CWK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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