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R667 JKO

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

19,731 mi
Last recorded19,731 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR667 JKO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 19,731 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,652 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 19,577 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 19,391 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 19,380 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 19,276 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 19,127 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 19,127 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 18,870 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 18,700 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 18,280 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,910 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,508 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 17,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 16,447 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 15,100 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 10 May 2008 15,100 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 13,068 miles

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 28 Oct 2006 13,068 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 24 Sep 2005 12,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

headlight aim on limit

slight play in steering rack

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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R667 JKO is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R667 JKO, 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 R667 JKO registered?

R667 JKO is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R667 JKO safe to buy?

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