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L9 TRS

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,057 mi
Last recorded22,057 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 TRS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2018 22,057 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 22,054 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 22,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 22,039 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 22,035 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,958 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 21,810 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,479 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 21,285 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 20,975 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 20,449 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 20,073 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,627 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 19,093 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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L9 TRS is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 L9 TRS, 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 L9 TRS registered?

L9 TRS is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is L9 TRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 TRS shows 14 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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