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W256 RAA

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,864 mi
Last recorded100,864 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW256 RAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 100,864 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 100,574 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 99,318 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 98,290 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 98,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 95,148 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 91,834 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 87,589 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 72,103 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 63,581 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2012 58,379 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 55,612 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 45,989 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front shock absorber leaking but not serious at this time.

Pass 8 Aug 2009 34,942 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 24,920 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 21,052 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 17,702 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 13,154 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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W256 RAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 W256 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 W256 RAA registered?

W256 RAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 June 2000.

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