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R374 GAA

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,181 mi
Last recorded33,181 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 GAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 33,181 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 32,991 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 32,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 32,925 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 32,919 miles

Headlight aims on lowest limit

Pass 5 Jul 2022 31,520 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 31,299 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 May 2019 31,035 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 May 2018 30,452 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 27,237 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,896 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,926 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 25,668 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,306 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 24,356 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,839 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 23,839 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 23,116 miles

full undertrays fitted

offside front headlamp cover cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2009 22,174 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,783 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 19,778 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,968 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 16,968 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Fail 22 Feb 2006 16,968 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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R374 GAA is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R374 GAA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R374 GAA?

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What year was R374 GAA registered?

R374 GAA is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R374 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R374 GAA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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