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ARA 197

1999 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,990 mi
Last recorded1,990 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARA 197
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 1,990 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 1,985 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 1,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 1,618 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 134
Stop lamp not working 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
brake binding 60
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ARA 197 is a 1999 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Lotus Elite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARA 197, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elite typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 27 years old, this Lotus Elite is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARA 197?

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What year was ARA 197 registered?

ARA 197 is a 1999 Lotus Elite, first registered on 27 July 1999.

Is ARA 197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARA 197 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARA 197 have outstanding finance?

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