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R702 GYG

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,073 mi
Last recorded50,073 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR702 GYG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 50,073 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 49,868 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 48,435 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 48,094 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 45,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 45,229 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 44,187 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 42,192 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside head lamp adjuster corroded

Fail 1 May 2018 42,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 May 2017 40,492 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all four tyres = slightly perished

Pass 9 May 2016 40,368 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 40,005 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 39,564 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 39,000 miles

ALL TYRES HAVE CRACKING BETWEEN TRED

Pass 15 May 2012 38,575 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 37,604 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,057 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 36,600 miles

N/S HEAD LAMP LENSS CRACKED

UNABLE TO CHECK THE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE FULLY DUE TO FITTMENT OF UNDER SHEILDS

Pass 2 May 2008 35,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2007 34,934 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 33,490 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 May 2006 33,063 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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R702 GYG is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R702 GYG, 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 R702 GYG?

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What year was R702 GYG registered?

R702 GYG is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R702 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R702 GYG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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