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H7 VKY

1997 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,859 mi
Last recorded19,859 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 VKY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 19,859 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 19,808 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 19,601 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 19,283 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 19,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 19,128 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 19,127 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 18,984 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 18,896 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,793 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 18,793 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2011 18,430 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 18,192 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,864 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2007 17,789 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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H7 VKY is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H7 VKY, 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.

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What year was H7 VKY registered?

H7 VKY is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is H7 VKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H7 VKY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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