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R607 HSF

1998 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

51,707 mi
Last recorded51,707 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 HSF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 51,707 miles

Front windscreen washers weak and partially blocked (n/s)

Pass 13 Sep 2024 49,956 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 48,221 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 46,822 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 46,764 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2021 46,360 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 46,222 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 46,059 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2018 45,595 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2017 45,363 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 45,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 45,012 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 44,749 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

stone chips the screen out side of the drivers view

Pass 15 Jul 2014 44,749 miles

stone chips the screen out side of the drivers view

Pass 20 Jun 2013 44,359 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 43,859 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 43,558 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 13 Jul 2010 46,427 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 43,068 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 26,307 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 42,784 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in nearside front of the steering rack area

stone chips in front window screen

Pass 12 Jul 2007 42,332 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 41,618 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R607 HSF is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R607 HSF, 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

How do I check the history of R607 HSF?

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What year was R607 HSF registered?

R607 HSF is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R607 HSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 HSF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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