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V243 PHK

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,897 mi
Last recorded27,897 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV243 PHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 27,897 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 27,040 miles

All brake discs have surface rust

All suspension components have surface rust

Full Undertray fitted to vehicle

Pass 21 Jan 2023 26,061 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs worn/ corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front and rear suspension has surface rust

Pass 24 Mar 2022 26,017 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs corroded on inner faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Exhaust flexi hose braided cover adrift.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper and lower suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 25,258 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 25,175 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 24,962 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 24,805 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 24,563 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 24,379 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,355 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,807 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 20,984 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 20,017 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 18,416 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 17,159 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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V243 PHK is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 V243 PHK, 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 V243 PHK registered?

V243 PHK is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 February 2000.

Is V243 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V243 PHK shows 16 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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