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327 HCG

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

76,929 mi
Last recorded76,929 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration327 HCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 76,929 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 76,350 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 75,918 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 74,904 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 73,690 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 71,997 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 70,790 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 69,708 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,923 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,306 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 66,324 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 65,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 63,976 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,128 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 57,206 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 54,630 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 51,766 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 48,994 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 48,993 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 44,532 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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327 HCG is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 48,523 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 327 HCG, 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 28 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 327 HCG?

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What year was 327 HCG registered?

327 HCG is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 August 1998.

Is 327 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 327 HCG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 327 HCG have outstanding finance?

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