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J111 VVC

1999 Lotus Elise 111S

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

57,995 mi
Last recorded57,995 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise 111S47,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 VVC
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 57,995 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 57,995 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 57,800 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 57,710 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 57,511 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 57,378 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 56,732 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 56,631 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 55,661 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 55,301 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 55,301 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 54,242 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 51,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 49,942 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 49,942 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 48,874 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 46,481 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 46,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 42,266 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 42,265 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 34,833 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 27,484 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 27,484 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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J111 VVC is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 47,403 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 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J111 VVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J111 VVC registered?

J111 VVC is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is J111 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J111 VVC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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