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M111 CJW

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,542 mi
Last recorded24,542 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 CJW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 24,542 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 24,403 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 24,251 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 24,046 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 23,668 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 23,426 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 23,193 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 22,448 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,167 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 21,025 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 20,239 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 19,913 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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M111 CJW is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 M111 CJW, 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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How do I check the history of M111 CJW?

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What year was M111 CJW registered?

M111 CJW is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is M111 CJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M111 CJW shows 13 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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