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H1 DAX

1999 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,117 mi
Last recorded13,117 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 DAX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 13,117 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,889 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 12,098 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 12,092 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,885 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 11,689 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 11,689 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 11,491 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 10,913 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 10,676 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 10,249 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 9,568 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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H1 DAX is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H1 DAX, 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 H1 DAX registered?

H1 DAX is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 July 1999.

Is H1 DAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 DAX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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