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P9 JSN

2001 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,692 mi
Last recorded55,692 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 JSN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 55,692 miles

Front Number plate slightly damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 55,269 miles

Front Slightly damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 54,654 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2023 54,227 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 53,819 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 53,195 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 52,448 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 51,664 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 50,193 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 49,510 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 48,741 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 47,962 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 47,101 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 47,097 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 47,069 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 46,236 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 45,189 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 44,040 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 43,360 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 42,012 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 40,560 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 40,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 39,130 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 36,151 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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P9 JSN is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 38,622 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 P9 JSN, 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 25 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 P9 JSN registered?

P9 JSN is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 November 2001.

Is P9 JSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 JSN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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