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L700 JSS

2012 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,723 mi
Last recorded18,723 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL700 JSS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 17,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2021 16,137 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 16,137 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 15,162 miles

Rear tyres 2.5/3mm

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 12,839 miles

Under trays fit

Pass 13 Jul 2017 12,831 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2016 12,382 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 9,595 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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L700 JSS is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L700 JSS, 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 L700 JSS registered?

L700 JSS is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is L700 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L700 JSS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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