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DOU 91E

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,333 mi
Last recorded56,333 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOU 91E
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 56,333 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 56,229 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 55,680 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 54,410 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 53,177 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 52,623 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 50,804 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 50,209 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 50,192 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 48,732 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,019 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 45,531 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 44,035 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 41,215 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 37,735 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 32,712 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 28,151 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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DOU 91E is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 DOU 91E, 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

How do I check the history of DOU 91E?

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What year was DOU 91E registered?

DOU 91E is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is DOU 91E safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOU 91E shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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