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S529 XPU

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,831 mi
Last recorded23,831 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2007
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS529 XPU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2007 23,831 miles

rear pads low

Pass 5 Jan 2007 23,512 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 22,706 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 21,875 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 21,875 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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S529 XPU is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S529 XPU, 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 S529 XPU registered?

S529 XPU is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S529 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S529 XPU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S529 XPU have outstanding finance?

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