2017 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · XP10 TUS
2017 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2017. Recorded mileage 17,394 miles. MOT valid until 01 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELISE
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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XP10 TUS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/09/2026
- 17,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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XP10 TUS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Lotus Elise (XP10 TUS) between October 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
XP10 TUS Mileage History
- 03/10/202410,372 mi
- 03/10/202410,372 mi
- 01/10/202512,696 mi+2,324 mi
- 01/10/202512,700 mi+4 mi
- 28/09/202617,394 mi+4,694 mi
Average of roughly 3,538 miles per year across 5 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: Average
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LOTUS ELISE Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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