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W106 PPD

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,988 mi
Last recorded9,988 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW106 PPD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 9,988 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 9,767 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 9,668 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 9,506 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 9,137 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 8,654 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 8,273 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 8,020 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 7,512 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 7,198 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 6,887 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 6,882 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)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 6,835 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 6,676 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,471 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 6,282 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 5,742 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,240 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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W106 PPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver 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 W106 PPD, 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 W106 PPD registered?

W106 PPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W106 PPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W106 PPD 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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