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P426 TVV

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,236 mi
Last recorded74,236 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP426 TVV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 74,236 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 74,117 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 74,047 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 74,026 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 73,994 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 73,869 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 73,738 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 73,568 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 73,197 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 73,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 72,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 72,489 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 72,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 71,982 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 71,633 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 71,296 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 70,847 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 70,128 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 69,519 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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P426 TVV is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P426 TVV, 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 P426 TVV registered?

P426 TVV is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P426 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P426 TVV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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