MOT Status
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46,827 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Underbody covers fitted
Front 195 / 50 / 15 tyres fitted
Rear 225 / 45 / 16 tyres fitted
Underbody covers fitted
Front 195 / 50 / 15 tyres fitted
Rear 225 / 45 / 16 tyres fitted
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
full inner wheel arch & under body covers fitted
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W289 VRD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.
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 W289 VRD, 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 W289 VRD?
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What year was W289 VRD registered?
W289 VRD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 July 2000.
Is W289 VRD safe to buy?
The MOT history for W289 VRD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does W289 VRD have outstanding finance?
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