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FJ12 FLK

2012 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,493 mi
Last recorded36,493 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 FLK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 36,493 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 35,854 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 34,056 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 31,248 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 28,737 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 27,311 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 25,154 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 21,927 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 19,750 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 16,948 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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FJ12 FLK is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 23,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ12 FLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ12 FLK registered?

FJ12 FLK is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is FJ12 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FLK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ12 FLK have outstanding finance?

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