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L8 OPC

1998 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,849 mi
Last recorded10,849 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Elise48,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 OPC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 10,849 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 10,471 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 10,410 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 10,253 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 10,107 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 9,862 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 9,644 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 8,839 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 7,995 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 7,495 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 6,743 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,971 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 5,518 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 5,505 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 4,901 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 4,815 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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L8 OPC is a 1998 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 48,523 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 L8 OPC, 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 28 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 L8 OPC registered?

L8 OPC is a 1998 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is L8 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 OPC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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