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J500 CON

2012 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,095 mi
Last recorded44,095 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 CON
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 44,095 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 42,863 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 41,425 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 40,125 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 38,244 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 37,477 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 35,360 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 29,348 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 23,881 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 19,854 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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J500 CON is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,798cc 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 J500 CON, 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

How do I check the history of J500 CON?

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What year was J500 CON registered?

J500 CON is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is J500 CON safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 CON 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 J500 CON have outstanding finance?

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