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J13 DAT

1997 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,778 mi
Last recorded38,778 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 DAT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 38,778 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 38,496 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 38,438 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,430 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 38,416 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,364 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 38,253 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,207 miles

both front headlamp reflectors corroded but paterns ok

front number plate damaged but not obscure or in sercure

Pass 16 Jun 2009 37,541 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 37,307 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 37,202 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 37,202 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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J13 DAT is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 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 J13 DAT, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J13 DAT registered?

J13 DAT is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is J13 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 DAT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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