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R387 XJW

1998 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,155 mi
Last recorded31,155 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 XJW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 31,155 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 30,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 28,765 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 26,947 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 25,477 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 25,455 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 24,813 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 24,156 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 24,063 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,874 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 23,233 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 22,617 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,421 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 21,836 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,005 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 20,956 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,389 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 20,376 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 19,240 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,276 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,523 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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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

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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.

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