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R365 JPG

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,403 mi
Last recorded104,403 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 JPG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 104,403 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 104,403 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 104,022 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 103,998 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 103,327 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 102,949 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 102,808 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 102,396 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 102,396 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 101,271 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 100,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 99,781 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 99,778 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 98,162 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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R365 JPG is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 48,523 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R365 JPG, 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 28 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R365 JPG registered?

R365 JPG is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R365 JPG safe to buy?

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