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P41 XTY

1997 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,940 mi
Last recorded21,940 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP41 XTY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 May 2025 21,940 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 21,924 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 21,877 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 21,848 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 21,753 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 21,694 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 21,515 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,254 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 9 May 2011 20,983 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 20,637 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 20,479 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,278 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 19,748 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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P41 XTY is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 P41 XTY, 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 P41 XTY registered?

P41 XTY is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P41 XTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P41 XTY 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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