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R768 JPF

1998 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,908 mi
Last recorded66,908 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 JPF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 66,908 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 66,012 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 65,361 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 64,252 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 63,257 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 61,848 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 61,847 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 60,951 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 60,645 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 60,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 60,083 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 59,756 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 58,686 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 57,575 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 30 Mar 2013 55,764 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 54,277 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 54,277 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 53,084 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 52,248 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 50,321 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 48,053 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 43,929 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 40,410 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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R768 JPF is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R768 JPF, 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 R768 JPF registered?

R768 JPF is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R768 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R768 JPF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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