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P396 CPL

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,594 mi
Last recorded49,594 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP396 CPL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 49,594 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 46,866 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 46,866 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 46,233 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 44,747 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 43,540 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 42,832 miles

Both front wheel bearings slightly noisey

Two units of the centre brake light not working

Pass 5 Sep 2013 42,159 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

handbrake release lever sticks

Fail 5 Sep 2013 42,159 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

handbrake release lever sticks

Pass 12 Sep 2012 41,108 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,160 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 40,138 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 40,042 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 39,863 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 39,696 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P396 CPL is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P396 CPL, 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 P396 CPL registered?

P396 CPL is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is P396 CPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P396 CPL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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