LOTUS ELISE MOT pass rate
88.2% of 9,738 LOTUS ELISE MOT tests pass.
The ELISE's pass rate of 88.2% is in line with the average across all LOTUS models, at 88.1%.
The LOTUS ELISE passes its MOT 88.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 99.0% at 0–3 years to 87.1% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 99.0% | 101 | 6,899 miles |
| 3–6 years | 94.7% | 415 | 9,428 miles |
| 6–10 years | 93.8% | 650 | 20,481 miles |
| 10–15 years | 90.4% | 563 | 37,671 miles |
| 15+ years | 87.1% | 8,009 | 56,251 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the LOTUS ELISE
The most common reason the LOTUS ELISE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 51.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 51.7% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 46.7% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Brakes | 19.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Visibility | 15.6% | Not working |
| Suspension | 11.8% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Tyres | 6.6% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Identification of the vehicle | 5.8% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Steering | 5.3% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Body, chassis, structure | 2.9% | Cannot be opened from outside the vehicle |
| Road Wheels | 1.0% | Fixing missing |
Related LOTUS models
- LOTUS ELAN — 79.0% pass rate
- LOTUS EXIGE — 93.6% pass rate
- LOTUS ESPRIT — 89.4% pass rate
- LOTUS EVORA — 93.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the LOTUS ELISE?
- 88.2% of LOTUS ELISE MOT tests pass, based on 9,738 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the LOTUS ELISE?
- The most common reason the LOTUS ELISE fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 51.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the LOTUS ELISE's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the LOTUS service history guide for how to check and keep one.