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V587 MVX

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

76,596 mi
Last recorded76,596 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2011
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV587 MVX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2011 76,596 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 76,585 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 74,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 4 Feb 2010 74,858 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 714,470 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 71,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 64,352 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 64,346 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front registration plate loose

Pass 22 Jan 2007 57,319 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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V587 MVX is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V587 MVX, 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 V587 MVX registered?

V587 MVX is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V587 MVX safe to buy?

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