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W342 XHP

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

6,674 mi
Last recorded6,674 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW342 XHP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 6,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 6,673 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 6,672 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 6,671 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 6,643 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 6,628 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 6,599 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 6,553 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 6,489 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 6,444 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 6,081 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 6,081 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 5,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,742 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 5,530 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 5,476 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 5,399 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 5,333 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 5,233 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 4,982 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 4,753 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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W342 XHP is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 W342 XHP, 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 W342 XHP registered?

W342 XHP is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is W342 XHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W342 XHP 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.

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