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R392 GAA

1998 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

22,635 mi
Last recorded22,635 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR392 GAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 22,635 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 22,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 22,485 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 22,478 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 21,404 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 21,248 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 21,107 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,904 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 20,898 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2016 19,911 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 19,307 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 19,307 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 18,287 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 18,234 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Apr 2014 18,234 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 17,931 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2011 17,260 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 16,319 miles

BOOT CABLE FAULT==UNDER BODY COVERED==SLIGHT SHADING IN REAR NO PLATE==EMISSIONS HARD TO GET THROUGH==OSR TYRE2.31 MMNSR 2.88MM

Pass 6 Aug 2009 15,645 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 14,372 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 13,752 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2006 13,215 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

nail in tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2006 13,215 miles

nail in tyre

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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R392 GAA is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R392 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.

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What year was R392 GAA registered?

R392 GAA is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R392 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R392 GAA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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