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W331 WAD

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,899 mi
Last recorded28,899 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW331 WAD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 28,899 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 28,652 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 28,160 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 27,618 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 27,618 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 27,261 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 26,991 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 26,570 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 25,719 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 25,406 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 24,934 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 23,391 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 22,736 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 22,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,785 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 29 Jul 2013 20,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Fuel smell when engine started

Pass 27 Jul 2012 20,388 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 18,298 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 17,719 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 17,091 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 15,941 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,088 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,611 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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W331 WAD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W331 WAD, 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 W331 WAD registered?

W331 WAD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W331 WAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W331 WAD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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