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E11 SEC

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,322 mi
Last recorded38,322 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 SEC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 38,322 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 37,485 miles

front catch on rear boot lid not secure.

Pass 22 Sep 2023 37,472 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 37,256 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 36,789 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 36,153 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 35,933 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 35,474 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 34,623 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 34,394 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 34,009 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 33,476 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 33,114 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 32,432 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 31,346 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 30,836 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 29,846 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 29,332 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 28,865 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 28,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 27,372 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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E11 SEC is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 E11 SEC, 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 E11 SEC registered?

E11 SEC is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 March 1998.

Is E11 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E11 SEC shows 21 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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