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2000 SB

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,399 mi
Last recorded71,399 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration2000 SB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 71,399 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 71,132 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 70,552 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 69,632 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 68,686 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 67,533 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 66,651 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 64,741 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 62,970 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 60,917 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 59,074 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 56,655 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 54,796 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 53,274 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 51,257 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 49,557 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 47,445 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 46,015 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 46,015 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 43,494 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 43,494 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 41,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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2000 SB is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 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 2000 SB, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2000 SB registered?

2000 SB is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is 2000 SB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2000 SB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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