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S358 UCF

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,008 mi
Last recorded100,008 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS358 UCF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2013 100,008 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 99,347 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 7 Nov 2011 98,845 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 98,379 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 88,872 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 55,968 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 41,576 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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S358 UCF is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 S358 UCF, 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 S358 UCF?

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What year was S358 UCF registered?

S358 UCF is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is S358 UCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S358 UCF shows 8 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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