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G1 RLG

1998 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,786 mi
Last recorded66,786 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 RLG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 66,786 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 65,789 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 64,958 miles

slight movement in pedal box

Pass 19 Jan 2022 64,294 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

second set of plates fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2020 62,348 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 62,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 58,744 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

vehicle been standing

Pass 5 Mar 2014 58,179 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 58,129 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 57,402 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 56,969 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 56,969 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 55,970 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Oct 2008 55,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 49,488 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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G1 RLG is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G1 RLG, 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

How do I check the history of G1 RLG?

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What year was G1 RLG registered?

G1 RLG is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 October 1998.

Is G1 RLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G1 RLG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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