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L111 JMA

2002 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

20,623 mi
Last recorded20,623 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 JMA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 20,623 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 18,153 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 15,688 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 14,249 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 13,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 12,021 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 11,198 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,785 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 9,229 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 8,043 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 7,060 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 5,650 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 4,323 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 4,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 3,037 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 1,535 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,917 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 15,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 12,853 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,192 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 9,287 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 7,575 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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L111 JMA is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 2002 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 36,462 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 L111 JMA, 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 24 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L111 JMA registered?

L111 JMA is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is L111 JMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 JMA shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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