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V124 KCL

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,474 mi
Last recorded16,474 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV124 KCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 16,474 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 16,426 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 16,189 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 15,992 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 15,528 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 15,443 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,373 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 15,068 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 15,048 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 14,903 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 14,717 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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V124 KCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 V124 KCL, 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 V124 KCL registered?

V124 KCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 February 2000.

Is V124 KCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V124 KCL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V124 KCL have outstanding finance?

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