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E10 TVS

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,810 mi
Last recorded6,810 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE10 TVS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 6,810 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 6,795 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 6,148 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 6,148 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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E10 TVS is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E10 TVS, 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

How do I check the history of E10 TVS?

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What year was E10 TVS registered?

E10 TVS is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is E10 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E10 TVS shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E10 TVS have outstanding finance?

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