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GIL 9057

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,603 mi
Last recorded21,603 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 9057
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2022 21,603 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres worn more so on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear tyres worn close to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2015 21,541 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 21,110 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 20,652 miles

Coolant leak

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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GIL 9057 is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GIL 9057, 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

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What year was GIL 9057 registered?

GIL 9057 is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is GIL 9057 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 9057 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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