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AYD 1X

2000 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,161 mi
Last recorded45,161 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYD 1X
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 May 2024 45,161 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 45,083 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 44,957 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 44,771 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 44,626 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 44,466 miles

slight play in offside rear inner tie bar end ball joint

Pass 28 Mar 2018 44,090 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 43,445 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 42,849 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 42,057 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 41,632 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 40,473 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 39,554 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 38,192 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,657 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,332 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 8,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 8,663 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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AYD 1X is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 39,929 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 AYD 1X, 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 26 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 AYD 1X registered?

AYD 1X is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is AYD 1X safe to buy?

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