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L111 DJH

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,151 mi
Last recorded10,151 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 DJH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 10,151 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 10,056 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 10,024 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 9,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 9,812 miles

Vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 17 May 2016 9,698 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 10 May 2016 9,694 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2015 9,382 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 9,094 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 8,975 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 8,458 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 8,556 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 8,100 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,839 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 7,712 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,309 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 6,735 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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L111 DJH is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L111 DJH, 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 L111 DJH registered?

L111 DJH is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 January 2000.

Is L111 DJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 DJH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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