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E9 XGE

1998 Lotus Elise

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,473 mi
Last recorded62,473 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 XGE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 62,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2025 61,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 61,608 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Aug 2022 61,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 61,064 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 60,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 59,578 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 58,166 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 56,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,650 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 48,156 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 48,156 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 39,699 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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E9 XGE is a 1998 Lotus Elise in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 E9 XGE, 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 E9 XGE registered?

E9 XGE is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is E9 XGE safe to buy?

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