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R768 TBL

1998 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,972 mi
Last recorded39,972 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 TBL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 39,972 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2025 39,378 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 38,853 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 38,447 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 37,883 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 36,967 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 36,895 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 36,729 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,401 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 35,885 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 34,770 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 33,655 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 31,010 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 28,750 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 27,156 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 25,303 miles

Slight play in o/s track rod end

Pass 16 Oct 2006 22,829 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 TBL is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 R768 TBL, 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 TBL registered?

R768 TBL is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R768 TBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R768 TBL shows 17 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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