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R393 ENE

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,205 mi
Last recorded31,205 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 ENE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 31,205 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 31,007 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 30,689 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 30,177 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 30,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2014 29,615 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 28,829 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 27,802 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 25,139 miles

front tyres 3mm

Pass 23 Apr 2010 25,248 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 25,189 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 25,122 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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R393 ENE is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R393 ENE, 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 R393 ENE registered?

R393 ENE is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R393 ENE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R393 ENE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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