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F4 RLE

1999 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,723 mi
Last recorded61,723 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF4 RLE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 61,723 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 61,513 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 61,491 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 61,488 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 61,445 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 61,444 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 61,047 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 60,282 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 59,079 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 57,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 55,730 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 54,908 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 17 Jul 2009 52,724 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 49,918 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 49,918 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 43,676 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 38,164 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 32,525 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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F4 RLE is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F4 RLE, 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 F4 RLE registered?

F4 RLE is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is F4 RLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F4 RLE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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