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L33 JTS

1997 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,665 mi
Last recorded63,665 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 JTS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 63,665 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 63,370 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 62,875 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 62,819 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 62,765 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 62,524 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 62,142 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 61,886 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 61,375 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 59,965 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 59,965 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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L33 JTS is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L33 JTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L33 JTS registered?

L33 JTS is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is L33 JTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 JTS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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