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T60 HOT

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,661 mi
Last recorded24,661 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT60 HOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 24,661 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 24,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,032 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 23,357 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 23,024 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,297 miles

both rear tyres worn low

Pass 13 Sep 2012 21,224 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 20,268 miles

both rear tyres worn low

both rear tyres worn low

Pass 5 May 2010 18,175 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,540 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 14,535 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 11,896 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 11,896 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 9,022 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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T60 HOT is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T60 HOT, 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.

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What year was T60 HOT registered?

T60 HOT is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is T60 HOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T60 HOT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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