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W334 JAE

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,960 mi
Last recorded67,960 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW334 JAE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 67,960 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 67,191 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 66,001 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 66,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 64,538 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 63,842 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 63,841 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 61,711 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,859 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 57,874 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 57,337 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 56,395 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 55,441 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH REAR (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 53,480 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 51,544 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 50,337 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 47,318 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 43,674 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 40,520 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 38,595 miles

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 16 Jun 2007 35,940 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 34,074 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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W334 JAE is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W334 JAE, 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

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What year was W334 JAE registered?

W334 JAE is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W334 JAE safe to buy?

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