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M2 HMC

1997 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,931 mi
Last recorded41,931 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 HMC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 41,931 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 41,362 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 40,826 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 40,297 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 39,937 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 39,643 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 37,619 miles

rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 13 May 2011 34,846 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 31,296 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 27,493 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 24,750 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 23,214 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2006 19,903 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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M2 HMC is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 M2 HMC, 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 M2 HMC registered?

M2 HMC is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is M2 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 HMC 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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