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T160 KDD

1999 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,726 mi
Last recorded54,726 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise46,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT160 KDD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 54,726 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 53,521 miles

Front Front number plate loose

Pass 24 Jun 2015 51,100 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 48,742 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 42,999 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 36,226 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 36,226 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 30,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 29,001 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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T160 KDD is a 1999 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 46,666 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 T160 KDD, 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 27 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T160 KDD registered?

T160 KDD is a 1999 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 1999.

Is T160 KDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T160 KDD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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