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E11 SES

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,070 mi
Last recorded7,070 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 SES
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 7,070 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 6,239 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 6,239 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 6,035 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 6,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 5,231 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 4,881 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 4,774 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 4,642 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 4,239 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2014 4,239 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 4,097 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 3,842 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Aug 2010 3,553 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 May 2009 3,119 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 May 2008 2,819 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 2,556 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 2,215 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 2,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 2,207 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 SES is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E11 SES, 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.

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What year was E11 SES registered?

E11 SES is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is E11 SES safe to buy?

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