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P498 PPW

1996 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 PPW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2005

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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P498 PPW is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P498 PPW, 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 P498 PPW registered?

P498 PPW is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P498 PPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P498 PPW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P498 PPW have outstanding finance?

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