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P333 FAM

2012 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,484 mi
Last recorded28,484 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Lotus Elise23,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP333 FAM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 28,484 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 27,455 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 25,619 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 22,720 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 20,124 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 17,938 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 16,884 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 16,099 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 12,913 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 12,778 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 12,778 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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P333 FAM is a 2012 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P333 FAM, 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 P333 FAM?

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What year was P333 FAM registered?

P333 FAM is a 2012 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is P333 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P333 FAM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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