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P460 KBL

1997 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,742 mi
Last recorded39,742 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 KBL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 39,742 miles

undertrays fitted throughout

Pass 25 Aug 2020 35,420 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 34,639 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 34,157 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 32,726 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 32,707 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 31,998 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 30,549 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 30,268 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Flat foor covers, limited access for inspection

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,268 miles

Flat foor covers, limited access for inspection

Fail 25 Apr 2009 27,485 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

flat floor and covers, limited access for inspection

slight movement in centre anti roll bar

Pass 25 Apr 2009 27,485 miles

flat floor and covers, limited access for inspection

slight movement in centre anti roll bar

Fail 22 Apr 2008 25,030 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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Pass 22 Apr 2008 25,030 miles

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Fail 19 Apr 2008 25,020 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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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P460 KBL is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P460 KBL, 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

How do I check the history of P460 KBL?

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What year was P460 KBL registered?

P460 KBL is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P460 KBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P460 KBL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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