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W226 PEU

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,392 mi
Last recorded31,392 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 PEU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 31,392 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 31,299 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 31,299 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 31,238 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,144 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 31,063 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 30,978 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 30,880 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 30,771 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 30,594 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,250 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,960 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 29,125 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 28,359 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 27,846 miles

Front wiper starting to smear but still clearing screen

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 26,703 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 25,660 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 25,237 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,694 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 24,694 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 24,221 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 23,248 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 23,248 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 22,212 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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W226 PEU is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W226 PEU, 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 W226 PEU registered?

W226 PEU is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W226 PEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W226 PEU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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