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DAV 1R

1999 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,044 mi
Last recorded5,044 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
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

RegistrationDAV 1R
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2014 5,044 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,043 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,043 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 4,912 miles

front number plate damaged.

nail in both rear tyres.

Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,217 miles

replace front no plate

Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,604 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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DAV 1R is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DAV 1R, 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 DAV 1R registered?

DAV 1R is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 March 1999.

Is DAV 1R safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAV 1R shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAV 1R have outstanding finance?

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