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W153 ULM

1999 Lotus Elise 111S

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,668 mi
Last recorded14,668 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2008
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise 111S47,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW153 ULM
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,668 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 14,534 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 14,350 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 14,350 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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W153 ULM is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 47,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W153 ULM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W153 ULM registered?

W153 ULM is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W153 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W153 ULM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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