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R743 DNP

1998 Lotus Elise

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,357 mi
Last recorded39,357 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 DNP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 39,357 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 36,588 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 31,293 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 30,909 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 30,330 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 27,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 27,791 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 24,909 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 23,320 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 23,320 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 21,076 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 17,674 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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R743 DNP is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R743 DNP, 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 R743 DNP registered?

R743 DNP is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R743 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R743 DNP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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