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J2 EXL

1991 Lotus Elite

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,742 mi
Last recorded77,742 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 EXL
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 77,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 76,185 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 74,640 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 71,735 miles

tested wet

Pass 19 Mar 2022 68,949 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 67,037 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 66,100 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering rack damp

Pass 22 Mar 2019 64,758 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 63,348 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 61,559 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 60,277 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 59,797 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 134
Stop lamp not working 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
brake binding 60
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J2 EXL is a 1991 Lotus Elite in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Lotus Elite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J2 EXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elite typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 35 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J2 EXL?

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What year was J2 EXL registered?

J2 EXL is a 1991 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J2 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 EXL 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.

Does J2 EXL have outstanding finance?

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