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E15 SJD

1998 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,366 mi
Last recorded60,366 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE15 SJD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 60,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 60,364 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 60,210 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 60,136 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 60,122 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 60,088 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 59,988 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 59,821 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 59,761 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 59,529 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 59,378 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 59,378 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 59,050 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 57,890 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 56,402 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,402 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 53,341 miles

very slight noise on nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 5 Sep 2009 50,851 miles

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

offside and nearside front brake discs worn to limit

very slight noise on nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,961 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 31,475 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 23,422 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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E15 SJD is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E15 SJD, 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 E15 SJD registered?

E15 SJD is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is E15 SJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E15 SJD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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