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P780 MRK

1996 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,050 mi
Last recorded20,050 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP780 MRK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 20,050 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,013 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 19,882 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 19,693 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,537 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 19,278 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 19,071 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,058 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 17,271 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 17,258 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,256 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 14,305 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 11,661 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 6,453 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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P780 MRK is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 48,015 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 P780 MRK, 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 30 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P780 MRK registered?

P780 MRK is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P780 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P780 MRK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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