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V943 MRO

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

77,848 mi
Last recorded77,848 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV943 MRO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 77,848 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 77,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 77,764 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 77,721 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 77,649 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 77,337 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 77,308 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 77,300 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 77,080 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 77,036 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 76,824 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 76,229 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 75,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 74,494 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 74,494 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 73,487 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 71,318 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 67,078 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 61,085 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 56,860 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 54,882 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 54,882 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 50,150 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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V943 MRO is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 V943 MRO, 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 V943 MRO registered?

V943 MRO is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V943 MRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V943 MRO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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