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ELZ 404

1998 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,116 mi
Last recorded96,116 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 404
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 96,116 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2022 96,081 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 95,243 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 85,489 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 79,775 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 75,615 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 71,575 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 58,831 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 45,355 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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ELZ 404 is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ELZ 404, 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 ELZ 404 registered?

ELZ 404 is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is ELZ 404 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 404 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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