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J15 BOF

2011 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,720 mi
Last recorded39,720 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Lotus Elise26,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 BOF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 39,720 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 37,998 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 36,382 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 34,473 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 32,750 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 30,677 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 28,122 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,777 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,377 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,253 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,201 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 11,294 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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J15 BOF is a 2011 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 26,511 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 J15 BOF, 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 15 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J15 BOF registered?

J15 BOF is a 2011 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 June 2011.

Is J15 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J15 BOF shows 12 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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