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P384 WAA

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,305 mi
Last recorded29,305 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP384 WAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 29,305 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 29,305 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 28,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 28,531 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 28,180 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,913 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 27,592 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 27,169 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 26,703 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 26,225 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,271 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 24,587 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 23,829 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 23,829 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 23,281 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 22,450 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,695 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 210,321 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 20,318 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 18,549 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 17,438 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,895 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 16,207 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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P384 WAA is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P384 WAA, 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 P384 WAA registered?

P384 WAA is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P384 WAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P384 WAA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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