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J111 AJD

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,049 mi
Last recorded29,049 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 AJD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2011 29,049 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 27,698 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 24,737 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 23,037 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 21,219 miles

slight play/movement in n/s/r lower suspension joint

Pass 20 Dec 2005 19,126 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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J111 AJD is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 48,523 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 J111 AJD, 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 28 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J111 AJD registered?

J111 AJD is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is J111 AJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J111 AJD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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