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G444 OFG

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,844 mi
Last recorded22,844 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG444 OFG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 22,844 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 22,447 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 21,975 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 21,461 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,189 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 20,926 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 20,581 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 19,957 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 19,120 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,491 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 17,489 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 16,388 miles

slight knock from steering

Pass 1 Aug 2013 15,603 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 14,822 miles

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

Offside Front 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 5 Aug 2011 13,868 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 13,836 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 13,085 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,213 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 11,044 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 11,044 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 10,167 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 9,316 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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G444 OFG is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 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 G444 OFG, 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 29 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 G444 OFG?

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What year was G444 OFG registered?

G444 OFG is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is G444 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G444 OFG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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