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R304 UHP

1997 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,026 mi
Last recorded103,026 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 UHP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 103,026 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 102,393 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 101,465 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 100,650 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 99,299 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 98,761 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 97,424 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 96,951 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 94,830 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 90,007 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 87,009 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 85,820 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 85,298 miles

Donor engine, no emmision test

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 84,056 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 83,109 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 79,955 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 75,886 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 65,561 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 56,290 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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R304 UHP is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R304 UHP, 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 R304 UHP registered?

R304 UHP is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 December 1997.

Is R304 UHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 UHP shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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