CarVerify

Free Car Check

T323 BCU

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,793 mi
Last recorded53,793 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT323 BCU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
View full Lotus Elise reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2011 53,793 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

cossosion on front and rear brake discs

Pass 28 Jun 2010 50,888 miles

corrosion wear starting on brake discs

Pass 22 Jun 2009 48,272 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 47,061 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 31 Oct 2007 47,861 miles

Front registration plate displaying an unacceptable symbol or flag on a dual purpose plate (6.3.5)

Rear registration plate displaying an unacceptable symbol or flag on a dual purpose plate (6.3.5)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 44,000 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 42,609 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
Full Lotus Elise reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T323 BCU is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T323 BCU, 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 T323 BCU?

You can check the full history of T323 BCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T323 BCU registered?

T323 BCU is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T323 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T323 BCU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T323 BCU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T323 BCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.