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Buying a used Lotus
Lotus averaged 88.59% across 4,934 initial MOT tests in 2025, against a 77.3% average for all cars. Pick a model below for its own figures, what it fails on, and what to check on the specific car.
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Lotus models
| Model | MOT pass rate | Tests | Avg miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elise | 88.59% | 4,934 | 48,721 |
Also: Lotus MOT pass rates