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S544 UJA

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,640 mi
Last recorded56,640 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS544 UJA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 56,640 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 56,537 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 56,410 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 56,302 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 56,158 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 56,015 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 55,794 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 55,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 55,463 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,066 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 54,682 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 53,225 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 52,063 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 50,953 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 49,883 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 47,500 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 46,430 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 45,601 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 44,260 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,399 miles

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

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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S544 UJA is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 S544 UJA, 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 S544 UJA?

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What year was S544 UJA registered?

S544 UJA is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 February 1999.

Is S544 UJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S544 UJA 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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