2017 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · RX17 APY
2017 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 02 Aug 2017. Recorded mileage 24,841 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELISE
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 24,841 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RX17 APY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
- 24,841 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RX17 APY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Lotus Elise (RX17 APY) between August 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
RX17 APY Mileage History
- 18/08/202210,617 mi
- 06/09/202316,956 mi+6,339 mi
- 27/11/202422,171 mi+5,215 mi
- 05/11/202524,841 mi+2,670 mi
Average of roughly 4,420 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lotus Lotus Elise S3
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2017 model year cars.
- Front Radiator & Condenser CorrosionModerate
Being mounted low and exposed, the cooling pack corrodes over time, especially on cars driven in winter.
- Gearbox Synchro Wear (2nd & 3rd)Moderate
The supercharged 1.8 S3 models are particularly prone to synchro wear on 2nd and 3rd gears, often flagged by crunching on the 2-3 change. Cars used on track are most at risk.
- Immobiliser & Central Locking FailureModerate
The immobiliser and central locking system can fail after prolonged shutdowns or when battery voltage is low. Moisture ingress into wiring under the dashboard accelerates connector corrosion.
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