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W199 GBT

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,835 mi
Last recorded106,835 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW199 GBT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 106,835 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 100,001 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 91,525 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 87,640 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 84,096 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 63,595 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jul 2013 63,595 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jun 2013 63,454 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f inner steering rack joint worn

o/s/f inner steering rack joint worn

Pass 22 Mar 2012 59,058 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2012 59,057 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2011 55,229 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 53,228 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 47,052 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 42,896 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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W199 GBT is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W199 GBT, 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

How do I check the history of W199 GBT?

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What year was W199 GBT registered?

W199 GBT is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W199 GBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W199 GBT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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