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H13 SCM

1999 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,426 mi
Last recorded66,426 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH13 SCM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 66,426 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both number plate (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 66,410 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 66,400 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 66,390 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 66,360 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 66,165 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 65,970 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2018 65,306 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

under tray is fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2017 64,884 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 64,678 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2015 64,511 miles

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

under tray fitted, front to rear of car

Pass 6 Sep 2014 64,234 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 63,994 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 63,305 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 62,921 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 61,222 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 58,377 miles

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

front brake balance poor-discs surface corrosion

Pass 31 May 2006 56,070 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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H13 SCM is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 H13 SCM, 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 H13 SCM?

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What year was H13 SCM registered?

H13 SCM is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 July 1999.

Is H13 SCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H13 SCM shows 18 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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