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SN15 CVR

2015 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,388 mi
Last recorded29,388 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Lotus Elise16,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN15 CVR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 29,388 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 26,580 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 24,423 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2023 23,461 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 22,235 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,908 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 18,128 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 18,128 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 14,923 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 12,817 miles

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

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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SN15 CVR is a 2015 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SN15 CVR, 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 SN15 CVR registered?

SN15 CVR is a 2015 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 March 2015.

Is SN15 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN15 CVR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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