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W13 JMB

2009 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,797 mi
Last recorded23,797 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Lotus Elise28,417 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW13 JMB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 23,797 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 22,639 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 21,759 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 21,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 20,937 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 20,221 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 19,541 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 19,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 18,095 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 16,232 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 15,750 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 14,363 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 13,575 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 12,830 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2014 11,661 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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 11,661 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 10,602 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 9,089 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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W13 JMB is a 2009 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 28,417 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 W13 JMB, 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 17 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W13 JMB registered?

W13 JMB is a 2009 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 January 2009.

Is W13 JMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W13 JMB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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