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B15 GKH

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,244 mi
Last recorded68,244 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 GKH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2022 68,244 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 68,189 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 68,116 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 67,730 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 67,407 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 66,886 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 66,487 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,758 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 62,289 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 60,961 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 59,446 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 58,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 57,035 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 53,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front disc worn

front pads low

Pass 6 Apr 2006 46,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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B15 GKH is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 B15 GKH, 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

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What year was B15 GKH registered?

B15 GKH is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is B15 GKH safe to buy?

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