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BCZ 1611

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Other 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,522 mi
Last recorded45,522 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCZ 1611
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 45,522 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025
Fail 28 Nov 2024 44,450 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 44,087 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 43,346 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 41,722 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 41,235 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 41,084 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 40,884 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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BCZ 1611 is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BCZ 1611, 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 BCZ 1611?

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What year was BCZ 1611 registered?

BCZ 1611 is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is BCZ 1611 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCZ 1611 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCZ 1611 have outstanding finance?

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