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S341 SEL

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,655 mi
Last recorded47,655 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS341 SEL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 47,655 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 47,521 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 47,413 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 47,293 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 47,095 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 46,967 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 46,651 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 46,129 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 45,568 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 45,455 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 45,040 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 43,820 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 42,857 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,432 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 39,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate damaged

Pass 19 Apr 2010 35,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 May 2009 34,976 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 33,469 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 32,934 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 31,970 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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S341 SEL is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S341 SEL, 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

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What year was S341 SEL registered?

S341 SEL is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S341 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S341 SEL shows 20 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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