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T33 KLE

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,735 mi
Last recorded61,735 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT33 KLE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 61,735 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 61,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 60,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 59,760 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 58,169 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 57,208 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 56,406 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 54,838 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 52,876 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2015 50,730 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 47,308 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 46,387 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 May 2013 46,387 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,444 miles

rear brake disc's rusted

Pass 12 Jun 2009 33,071 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 31,044 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 26,692 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 24,170 miles

SLIGHT PLAY TO N/S INNER STEERING RACK

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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T33 KLE is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T33 KLE, 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 T33 KLE registered?

T33 KLE is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 February 2000.

Is T33 KLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T33 KLE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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