MOT Status
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31,155 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
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R387 XJW is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 R387 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 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 R387 XJW?
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What year was R387 XJW registered?
R387 XJW is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 April 1998.
Is R387 XJW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R387 XJW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R387 XJW have outstanding finance?
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