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L70 JPS

2010 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,077 mi
Last recorded33,077 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL70 JPS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2025 33,077 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 31,778 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 31,000 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 31,000 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 29,835 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 28,181 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 25,374 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 21,879 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 21,323 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,696 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both, 195/50 16 ~3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2016 16,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 14,530 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2014 12,335 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2013 9,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 JPS is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 L70 JPS, 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 JPS?

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What year was L70 JPS registered?

L70 JPS is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 April 2010.

Is L70 JPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L70 JPS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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