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R1 SRB

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,425 mi
Last recorded8,425 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

RegistrationR1 SRB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 8,425 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 8,306 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 8,251 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 8,192 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 8,192 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 8,139 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 8,103 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,034 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,888 miles

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

rear tyres starting to perish.

Fail 7 Jun 2013 7,888 miles

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

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

rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 27 May 2010 7,697 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 7,658 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 7,624 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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R1 SRB is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R1 SRB, 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 R1 SRB registered?

R1 SRB is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R1 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 SRB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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