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P535 XCG

1997 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,545 mi
Last recorded16,545 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP535 XCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 16,545 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 16,392 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 16,268 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 16,266 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 15,937 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 15,797 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 15,797 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P535 XCG is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P535 XCG, 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 P535 XCG registered?

P535 XCG is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P535 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P535 XCG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P535 XCG have outstanding finance?

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