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W313 TVF

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,321 mi
Last recorded45,321 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW313 TVF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 45,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Jun 2024 45,277 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 44,498 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 42,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also 15 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also 15 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 39,807 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 39,762 miles

vehicle has been standing

Pass 26 Feb 2019 39,644 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 39,426 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 39,101 miles

slight play in n/s rack arm

Pass 19 Feb 2016 38,586 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 37,834 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 36,934 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 36,282 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 35,312 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 34,159 miles

n/s rack arm slight play

wiper

Pass 26 Jun 2010 33,523 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 33,121 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,644 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 29,843 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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W313 TVF is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W313 TVF, 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 W313 TVF?

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What year was W313 TVF registered?

W313 TVF is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 July 2000.

Is W313 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W313 TVF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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