MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
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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)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
You can check the full history of ARA 197 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ARA 197. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
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