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R404 JTM

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,822 mi
Last recorded28,822 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 JTM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 28,822 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 28,625 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 28,023 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 28,003 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,968 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 26,268 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 24,487 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 24,487 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 22,465 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 20,230 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 20,230 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,848 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 18,278 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 17,814 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 15,969 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,984 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 13,773 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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R404 JTM is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R404 JTM, 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 R404 JTM registered?

R404 JTM is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R404 JTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 JTM shows 18 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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