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E3 GCC

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,616 mi
Last recorded56,616 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 GCC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 56,616 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Jun 2022 56,189 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 55,731 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 55,731 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 55,569 miles

wiper smearing

Pass 5 Apr 2014 54,837 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 53,689 miles

Body Under Tray Fitted

Pass 14 May 2011 52,141 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 49,875 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 47,016 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 43,297 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 41,854 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 39,586 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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E3 GCC is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E3 GCC, 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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How do I check the history of E3 GCC?

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What year was E3 GCC registered?

E3 GCC is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is E3 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 GCC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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