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R322 XJW

1997 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

6,787 mi
Last recorded6,787 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR322 XJW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 6,787 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 6,773 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 6,769 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 6,759 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 6,722 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 6,717 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 6,712 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 6,369 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 6,367 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 6,213 miles

Nearside steering rack gaitor perished

Fail 28 Jun 2018 6,213 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside steering rack gaitor perished

Pass 28 Jun 2017 6,084 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 5,847 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 5,555 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 5,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 4,826 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 4,021 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 3,719 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 3,475 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 3,465 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 3,431 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 3,323 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 3,236 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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R322 XJW is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R322 XJW, 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 R322 XJW registered?

R322 XJW is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R322 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R322 XJW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R322 XJW have outstanding finance?

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