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V566 FPA

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

128,951 mi
Last recorded128,951 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV566 FPA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 128,951 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 128,093 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 126,902 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 125,715 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 125,081 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 122,239 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 120,902 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 116,195 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 114,983 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 114,060 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 109,168 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 109,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 106,358 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 104,127 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 90,453 miles

centre stop light has 1 bulb not working

Pass 15 Jan 2008 76,430 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 63,907 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 47,952 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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V566 FPA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 V566 FPA, 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 V566 FPA registered?

V566 FPA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V566 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V566 FPA 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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