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L44 TUS

1997 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,842 mi
Last recorded25,842 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL44 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,842 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 25,714 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 25,543 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 25,537 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 25,530 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 25,510 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 25,500 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 25,496 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,490 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 25,430 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 25,372 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,240 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 25,192 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,192 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 25,153 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 25,091 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,768 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 24,469 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 24,433 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 23,511 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 22,571 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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L44 TUS is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L44 TUS, 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 L44 TUS registered?

L44 TUS is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is L44 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L44 TUS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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