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N27 NWG

2015 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,557 mi
Last recorded25,557 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Lotus Elise16,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN27 NWG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2015
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 25,557 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 22,139 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 19,085 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 13,604 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 10,999 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 10,766 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 10,121 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 7,567 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 7,567 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 8 May 2018 7,567 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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N27 NWG is a 2015 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N27 NWG, 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 N27 NWG?

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What year was N27 NWG registered?

N27 NWG is a 2015 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 May 2015.

Is N27 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N27 NWG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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