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J9 HCA

2019 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,618 mi
Last recorded21,618 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2019 Lotus Elise8,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 HCA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 21,618 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 18,080 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 16,030 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 15,389 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 14,245 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 13,935 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 12,872 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 12,596 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2022 9,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 11,750 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2020 10,950 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2019 9,130 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 9,045 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 8,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,779 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 8,514 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 8,514 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 7,276 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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J9 HCA is a 2019 Lotus Elise in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2019 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.1% with a typical mileage of 8,486 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 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 J9 HCA, 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 7 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J9 HCA registered?

J9 HCA is a 2019 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 June 2019.

Is J9 HCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 HCA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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