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R716 XRB

1998 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

44,474 mi
Last recorded44,474 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 XRB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 44,474 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 43,951 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 43,533 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 43,267 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 43,174 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 43,127 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 43,047 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 42,796 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 42,411 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 41,641 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 40,950 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 40,950 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 40,804 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 40,674 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 40,168 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 39,826 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 39,278 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 38,657 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 36,930 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 35,402 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 34,720 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 33,723 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 31,374 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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R716 XRB is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 R716 XRB, 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 R716 XRB registered?

R716 XRB is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R716 XRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R716 XRB shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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