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W1 ABB

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,734 mi
Last recorded11,734 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW1 ABB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2026 11,734 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 11,727 miles

Engine cover and undercover fitted complete underside.

Pass 10 Jun 2023 11,654 miles

Covers fitted to underside and engine area

Pass 24 Oct 2020 11,590 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 11,553 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2018 11,326 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2015 11,260 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2014 11,054 miles

Under body cover fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,879 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 9,727 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 9,596 miles

Rear brake discs pitted and scored.

Pass 13 Dec 2008 9,587 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 9,050 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 8,835 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 8,382 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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W1 ABB is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W1 ABB, 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.

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What year was W1 ABB registered?

W1 ABB is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 May 2000.

Is W1 ABB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W1 ABB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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