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A7 SXM

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,546 mi
Last recorded51,546 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 SXM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 51,546 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 50,951 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 50,429 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 49,446 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2021 49,418 miles

Emissions not tested Engine getting hot. (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 48,865 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 48,382 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 47,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres on legal limit

Pass 14 Mar 2015 46,307 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 45,682 miles

headlight aim just on limit

Pass 23 Feb 2013 44,688 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,937 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 43,937 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 43,052 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 41,355 miles

Very slight play in nearside rear track rod.

Fail 27 Jan 2010 41,355 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Very slight play in nearside rear track rod.

Pass 12 Aug 2008 41,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front headlamp reflector starting to discolour.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 41,228 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front headlamp reflector starting to discolour.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 41,051 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2007 41,051 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,365 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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A7 SXM is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A7 SXM, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A7 SXM registered?

A7 SXM is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is A7 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 SXM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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