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R746 KDF

1998 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,675 mi
Last recorded26,675 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR746 KDF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 26,675 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 26,344 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 25,710 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 25,320 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 24,409 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,797 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 23,675 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 23,544 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 23,347 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 23,292 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,131 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 22,823 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 22,509 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,269 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,043 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 21,375 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 20,482 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 19,102 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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R746 KDF is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R746 KDF, 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 R746 KDF?

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What year was R746 KDF registered?

R746 KDF is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R746 KDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R746 KDF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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