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FMS 972

1999 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,054 mi
Last recorded39,054 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMS 972
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 May 2025 39,054 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 39,042 miles

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on slight surface corshoin at front and rear axles and suspension

Pass 7 May 2019 39,029 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 38,989 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 38,826 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 38,706 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,520 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 38,246 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 37,806 miles

advice on front wiper

Pass 3 Apr 2012 37,069 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,465 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 36,284 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 38,100 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 34,994 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 34,260 miles

front wipers

Pass 31 Jan 2006 33,891 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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FMS 972 is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FMS 972, 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 FMS 972 registered?

FMS 972 is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is FMS 972 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMS 972 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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