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R602 HNE

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,830 mi
Last recorded11,830 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 HNE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 11,830 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 11,649 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 11,556 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 11,508 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 11,478 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 11,426 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 10,983 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 10,895 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 10,516 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front no.plate cracked

n/s sill damaged, (none structural)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 10,415 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 10,342 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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R602 HNE is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R602 HNE, 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 R602 HNE registered?

R602 HNE is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R602 HNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 HNE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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