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S20 TVS

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,997 mi
Last recorded32,997 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 TVS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 32,997 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 32,651 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 31,953 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 31,441 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 30,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 29,582 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 28,956 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 28,658 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 28,195 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,302 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 26,376 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 25,662 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,162 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 24,464 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 21,675 miles

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 14 Jul 2009 21,292 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 20,175 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 19,382 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 17,984 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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S20 TVS is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 46,666 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 S20 TVS, 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 27 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 S20 TVS?

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What year was S20 TVS registered?

S20 TVS is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 January 1999.

Is S20 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S20 TVS shows 19 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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