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S386 LLR

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,456 mi
Last recorded63,456 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS386 LLR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 63,456 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 62,858 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 62,210 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 60,940 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 60,933 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 57,892 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,280 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 49,782 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 40,084 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,865 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,257 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 24,989 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 18,691 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 13,816 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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S386 LLR is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S386 LLR, 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 S386 LLR?

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What year was S386 LLR registered?

S386 LLR is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S386 LLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S386 LLR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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