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P621 PLM

1997 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,511 mi
Last recorded39,511 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP621 PLM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 39,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

offside headlight beam pattern poor

Pass 19 May 2022 39,507 miles

Recommend monitor rear tyres for wear esp. nearside, and offside rear inner-edge

Fail 19 May 2022 39,507 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Recommend monitor rear tyres for wear esp. nearside, and offside rear inner-edge

Pass 8 Apr 2021 39,430 miles

Coolant pipe heat shield (above exhaust manifold) deteriorated.

Recommend monitor rear tyres.

Windscreen wiper deteriorating

Pass 21 Jun 2017 39,269 miles

Panels/covers/other components etc. restrict viewing of some testable item/s

Some inner edge wear- rear tyres

Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,247 miles

Centre Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

Panels/covers/other components etc. restrict viewing of some testable item/s

Slight bind- front brakes

Pass 12 Jun 2015 37,861 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,688 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,245 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 34,321 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 34,321 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,185 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 33,180 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 32,187 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 30,975 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 30,975 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.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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P621 PLM is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P621 PLM, 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 P621 PLM?

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What year was P621 PLM registered?

P621 PLM is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P621 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P621 PLM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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