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W244 RAA

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,133 mi
Last recorded25,133 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW244 RAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 25,133 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 24,357 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 23,745 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,224 miles

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 19 May 2015 23,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2012 22,082 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 21,633 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 21,633 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 20,593 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 19,097 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007
Pass 19 May 2006 17,050 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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W244 RAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 W244 RAA, 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 W244 RAA registered?

W244 RAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W244 RAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W244 RAA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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