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W191 XKX

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,052 mi
Last recorded33,052 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW191 XKX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 33,052 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,744 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,365 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear weel bearing noisy

Pass 3 Apr 2014 32,074 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear wheel bearing noisy advise it is replaced

Pass 24 Apr 2013 31,680 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing when spun

Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,317 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 30,831 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010
Fail 8 Apr 2010 30,365 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,480 miles

Some wear on n/s/f and o/s/f tyres inner and outer edges

Pass 7 Apr 2008 29,114 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,784 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 25,957 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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W191 XKX is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W191 XKX, 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 W191 XKX registered?

W191 XKX is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W191 XKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W191 XKX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W191 XKX have outstanding finance?

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