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S111 JJP

2005 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,511 mi
Last recorded14,511 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lotus Elise31,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS111 JJP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 14,511 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 14,483 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 14,414 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 14,356 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 14,333 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 13,338 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 10,259 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 8,638 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 8,385 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 8,050 miles

wiper blade starting to smear

Pass 18 May 2013 7,843 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 7,597 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,463 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 7,025 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,891 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 6,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 6,073 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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S111 JJP is a 2005 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,970 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 S111 JJP, 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 21 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S111 JJP registered?

S111 JJP is a 2005 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is S111 JJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S111 JJP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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