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V996 FPB

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

58,540 mi
Last recorded58,540 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV996 FPB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 58,540 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 57,983 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 57,229 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 56,422 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 54,176 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 53,605 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 52,378 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 50,249 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 47,758 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,739 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 43,144 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 40,887 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 38,785 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 38,255 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 65,997 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 34,098 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 31,238 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 May 2008 28,444 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 26,536 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 26,465 miles

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

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

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 21,249 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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V996 FPB is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V996 FPB, 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 V996 FPB registered?

V996 FPB is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 February 2000.

Is V996 FPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V996 FPB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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