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P275 UNH

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,026 mi
Last recorded23,026 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 UNH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 23,026 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 22,665 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,231 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 21,603 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 21,201 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 20,510 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 20,505 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 20,048 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 19,915 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,711 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 18,456 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 18,287 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 17,962 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 17,875 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,537 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 16,990 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 16,937 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,376 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 15,345 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 13,595 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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P275 UNH is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P275 UNH, 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 P275 UNH registered?

P275 UNH is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P275 UNH safe to buy?

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