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FJ12 FMC

2012 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,982 mi
Last recorded38,982 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 FMC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2020 38,982 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 31,603 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 30,926 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 30,926 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 28,947 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 23,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,035 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 15,817 miles

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 FMC is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FMC, 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.

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What year was FJ12 FMC registered?

FJ12 FMC is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is FJ12 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FMC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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