2016 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · YJ16 EWH
2016 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 28,259 miles. MOT valid until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELISE
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,259 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YJ16 EWH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 28,259 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.
YJ16 EWH 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 2016 Lotus Elise (YJ16 EWH) between May 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
YJ16 EWH Mileage History
- 02/05/202217,178 mi
- 28/04/202321,929 mi+4,751 mi
- 15/04/202424,000 mi+2,071 mi
- 23/04/202525,634 mi+1,634 mi
- 08/04/202628,259 mi+2,625 mi
Average of roughly 2,816 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: Good
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LOTUS ELISE Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2016 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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