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LJ62 BWB

2012 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,567 mi
Last recorded21,567 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ62 BWB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 21,567 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 19,456 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 18,297 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 17,518 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 17,419 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 16,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 16,548 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,200 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 15,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 15,449 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 14,774 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 14,498 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 14,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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LJ62 BWB is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ62 BWB, 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 LJ62 BWB registered?

LJ62 BWB is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is LJ62 BWB safe to buy?

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