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N286 KNG

1996 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,219 mi
Last recorded45,219 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN286 KNG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2011 45,219 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,740 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 44,411 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 44,150 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 44,057 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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N286 KNG is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 48,015 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 N286 KNG, 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 30 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N286 KNG registered?

N286 KNG is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N286 KNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N286 KNG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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