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R784 YVF

1998 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

86,876 mi
Last recorded86,876 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR784 YVF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 86,876 miles

General corrosion to suspension components (incl. shock springs & Anti roll bar).

Pass 26 Mar 2025 86,835 miles

General corrosion to suspension components (incl. shock springs & Anti roll bar).

Pass 21 Mar 2024 86,611 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 78,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 71,530 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 71,526 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 68,849 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 68,295 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 67,096 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 66,482 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 65,090 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 63,229 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 62,052 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 60,707 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 60,002 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 57,484 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 53,846 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 49,853 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 46,403 miles

nearside front brake pads wearing low

Pass 5 Mar 2008 41,543 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 39,779 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 37,774 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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R784 YVF is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R784 YVF, 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 R784 YVF registered?

R784 YVF is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R784 YVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R784 YVF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R784 YVF have outstanding finance?

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