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S9 LPH

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,889 mi
Last recorded17,889 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS9 LPH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 17,889 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 17,556 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 17,323 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 17,146 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 17,046 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 16,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 16,800 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 16,637 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,431 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 16,297 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 16,208 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,157 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 16,005 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,850 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 15,162 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 15,047 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 14,211 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK THE UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE FULLY DUE TO FITTMENT OF UNDER TRAYS

Pass 16 May 2008 12,861 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 11,760 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 10,070 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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S9 LPH is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S9 LPH, 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 S9 LPH?

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What year was S9 LPH registered?

S9 LPH is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 May 2000.

Is S9 LPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S9 LPH shows 20 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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