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N666 KTH

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,552 mi
Last recorded33,552 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN666 KTH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 33,552 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 33,279 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 33,004 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 32,685 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 32,332 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 32,094 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 31,600 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 31,105 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 30,441 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 28,530 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,482 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 26,894 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 26,539 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 26,007 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,480 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 25,024 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,413 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,749 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,598 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 21,112 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 21,112 miles

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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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N666 KTH is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 48,523 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 N666 KTH, 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 28 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 N666 KTH registered?

N666 KTH is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 7 December 1998.

Is N666 KTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N666 KTH 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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