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N100 TUS

1999 Lotus Elise 111S

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,421 mi
Last recorded43,421 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise 111S47,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN100 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 43,421 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 42,802 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 42,147 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 41,714 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 41,129 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 40,581 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 40,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 39,377 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,908 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 38,893 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 38,295 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 36,898 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 35,638 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 34,244 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 34,220 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 33,174 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 32,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 31,582 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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N100 TUS is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S 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 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 47,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N100 TUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N100 TUS registered?

N100 TUS is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 23 March 1999.

Is N100 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N100 TUS 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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