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SK12 AKN

2012 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,644 mi
Last recorded19,644 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 AKN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 19,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 17,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 15,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 15,441 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed at outer tyre sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 13,813 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 11,967 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 11,967 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 8,625 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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SK12 AKN is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 23,242 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 SK12 AKN, 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 14 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SK12 AKN registered?

SK12 AKN is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is SK12 AKN safe to buy?

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