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G3 TTT

2000 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,332 mi
Last recorded24,332 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 TTT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 24,332 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 24,128 miles

Main beam flash inop

Pass 9 Jan 2024 23,471 miles

Main beam 'flash' in-op

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear plate delaminating (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 23,471 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Main beam 'flash' in-op

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear plate delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 22,902 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner pads (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 22,902 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner pads (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,789 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2007 22,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

interior rear view mirror loose

Pass 13 Jun 2006 21,278 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 21,278 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear view mirror loose

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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G3 TTT is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G3 TTT, 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 G3 TTT registered?

G3 TTT is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is G3 TTT safe to buy?

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