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T743 SNO

1999 Lotus Elise 111S

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,881 mi
Last recorded59,881 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Lotus Elise 111S47,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT743 SNO
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 59,881 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 59,881 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 11 May 2012 58,058 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 56,202 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 54,264 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 53,250 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 52,412 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 52,412 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 14 May 2007 49,133 miles

Front number plate is not fully secure,

NOISE ON ROTATION OF ROAD WHEELS. ASSUMED DUE TO BEDDING COMPOUND AT DISC SURFACES.

Pass 28 Jul 2006 43,944 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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T743 SNO is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 47,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T743 SNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T743 SNO registered?

T743 SNO is a 1999 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T743 SNO safe to buy?

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