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R637 EHJ

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,542 mi
Last recorded20,542 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR637 EHJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 20,542 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 18,326 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 18,326 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 16,507 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 14,565 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 14,070 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 13,035 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 12,322 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 11,548 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 10,237 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 9,478 miles

Front number plate damaged but unlikely to be misread

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coil spring corroded all coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 9,478 miles

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

Front number plate damaged but unlikely to be misread

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coil spring corroded all coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 9,358 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 8,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Screen damaged by wiper but not affecting drivers view of the road

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 7,819 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 7,365 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,593 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 4,750 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,703 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007

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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R637 EHJ is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R637 EHJ, 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 R637 EHJ registered?

R637 EHJ is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R637 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R637 EHJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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