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P725 DOX

1996 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,175 mi
Last recorded94,175 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elise48,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP725 DOX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 94,175 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 94,158 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 94,133 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 93,958 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 93,719 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 93,036 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 93,024 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering wheel feels loose

unable to open boot

Pass 21 May 2010 91,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2009 83,829 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 76,491 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 May 2007 67,276 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 57,044 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 57,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

COOLANT LEAK

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P725 DOX is a 1996 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P725 DOX, 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 P725 DOX registered?

P725 DOX is a 1996 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P725 DOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P725 DOX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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