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BAZ 8046

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,998 mi
Last recorded36,998 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 8046
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 36,998 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 36,995 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 36,987 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 36,972 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 36,903 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 36,840 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 36,837 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 36,515 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,444 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 35,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,571 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 35,386 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 35,386 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 35,004 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 33,978 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 33,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 33,449 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 33,123 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 30,674 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)

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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BAZ 8046 is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 BAZ 8046, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 8046 registered?

BAZ 8046 is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is BAZ 8046 safe to buy?

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