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R191 EUF

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

16,286 mi
Last recorded16,286 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR191 EUF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 16,286 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 16,242 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 16,235 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 16,205 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 16,099 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 16,095 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 16,088 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 16,054 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,030 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 16,008 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 15,818 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 15,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,711 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 15,475 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 15,475 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 15,324 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,097 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 14,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,448 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 14,388 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,074 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 13,612 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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R191 EUF is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R191 EUF, 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 R191 EUF registered?

R191 EUF is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R191 EUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R191 EUF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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