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A3 DDJ

1999 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,824 mi
Last recorded53,824 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DDJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 53,824 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 53,389 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted throughout

Pass 30 May 2022 52,430 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 52,003 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 51,754 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 51,578 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 51,209 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 58,681 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 50,567 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 50,567 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 May 2011 46,571 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,341 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 38,763 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 37,886 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 37,805 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 31,632 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 24,783 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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A3 DDJ is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 A3 DDJ, 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.

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What year was A3 DDJ registered?

A3 DDJ is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is A3 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 DDJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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