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P604 DAU

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,608 mi
Last recorded20,608 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP604 DAU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 20,608 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 18,441 miles

Brake fluid reservoir brake hose clamps are corroded and deteriorated but not leaking any fluid at time of inspection

Fail 24 Feb 2021 18,431 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation During imbalance test (1.2.1 (d))

Brake fluid reservoir brake hose clamps are corroded and deteriorated but not leaking any fluid at time of inspection

Pass 3 Mar 2020 17,210 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 15,106 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 15,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2011 14,993 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,596 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 13,956 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,771 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 13,190 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 12,489 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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P604 DAU is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P604 DAU, 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 P604 DAU registered?

P604 DAU is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P604 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P604 DAU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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