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DCG 14S

1998 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

139,995 mi
Last recorded139,995 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCG 14S
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 139,995 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 138,182 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 135,859 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 131,655 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 131,655 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 128,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 128,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 127,473 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 126,721 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 124,677 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 123,943 miles

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

rear no plate in poor condition

Fail 8 Nov 2017 123,943 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear no plate in poor condition

Pass 8 Nov 2016 121,655 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 117,090 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 113,063 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 106,927 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 103,824 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 98,970 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 93,299 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 93,295 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 84,605 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 73,140 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 60,373 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 48,481 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 48,481 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 39,893 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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DCG 14S is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 DCG 14S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCG 14S registered?

DCG 14S is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is DCG 14S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCG 14S shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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