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BN71 JVU

2021 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,046 mi
Last recorded2,046 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Lotus Elise7,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN71 JVU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 2,046 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 1,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 1,616 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 1,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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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BN71 JVU is a 2021 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2021 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.9% with a typical mileage of 7,881 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 BN71 JVU, 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 5 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 BN71 JVU?

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What year was BN71 JVU registered?

BN71 JVU is a 2021 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 March 2021.

Is BN71 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN71 JVU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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