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P5 SOO

1996 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,488 mi
Last recorded17,488 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 SOO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 17,488 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 17,371 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 17,189 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 16,728 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 16,227 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 15,439 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 15,013 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 14,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper dosnt clear 100%

fuse box loose under bonnet

Pass 17 Jun 2015 14,857 miles

front wiper dosnt clear 100%

fuse box loose under bonnet

Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,846 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 12,761 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 11,554 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 10,271 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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P5 SOO is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P5 SOO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P5 SOO?

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What year was P5 SOO registered?

P5 SOO is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P5 SOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 SOO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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