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GB13 JMD

2013 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,337 mi
Last recorded19,337 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Lotus Elise21,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB13 JMD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 19,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 18,280 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 18,280 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 17,791 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 17,180 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 16,162 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 14,780 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 12,735 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 11,466 miles

Offside seat has play in seat runners

Pass 5 Jun 2017 10,728 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 7,836 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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GB13 JMD is a 2013 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 2013 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 21,882 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 GB13 JMD, 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 13 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 GB13 JMD?

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What year was GB13 JMD registered?

GB13 JMD is a 2013 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 June 2013.

Is GB13 JMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB13 JMD 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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