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A20 AMH

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

9,308 mi
Last recorded9,308 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 AMH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 9,308 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 9,282 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 9,235 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 9,132 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 9,011 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 8,970 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 8,838 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 8,813 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 8,760 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 8,700 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 8,543 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 8,477 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 8,329 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 8,080 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,034 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 7,958 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 7,846 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 7,735 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 7,577 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 7,323 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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A20 AMH is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A20 AMH, 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 A20 AMH?

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What year was A20 AMH registered?

A20 AMH is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is A20 AMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 AMH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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