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L70 JNP

2010 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,062 mi
Last recorded28,062 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL70 JNP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 28,062 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 27,958 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 27,780 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 27,259 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 26,603 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 26,230 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 25,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 23,352 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 22,186 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 20,934 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 18,915 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 18,101 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 18,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 13,415 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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L70 JNP is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 24,474 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 L70 JNP, 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 16 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L70 JNP?

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What year was L70 JNP registered?

L70 JNP is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 May 2010.

Is L70 JNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L70 JNP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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