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LT51 JET

2010 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,738 mi
Last recorded27,738 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2010 Lotus Elise24,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 JET
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 27,738 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 27,223 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 27,088 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 26,903 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 26,604 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 26,282 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 26,064 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,449 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2016 23,828 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 22,060 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 19,658 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 17,214 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 14,820 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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LT51 JET is a 2010 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LT51 JET, 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 LT51 JET?

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What year was LT51 JET registered?

LT51 JET is a 2010 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is LT51 JET safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 JET shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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