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D666 NKK

1998 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,618 mi
Last recorded9,618 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD666 NKK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2024 9,618 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 9,417 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 9,404 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 9,211 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 8,708 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 8,359 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 7,895 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,838 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 7,825 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 7,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 7,552 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,421 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 May 2007 7,056 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 7,024 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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D666 NKK is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D666 NKK, 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.

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What year was D666 NKK registered?

D666 NKK is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is D666 NKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D666 NKK shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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