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W344 TVF

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,790 mi
Last recorded75,790 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW344 TVF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,790 miles

both front tyres cracking

n/s steering rack gaiter twisted

Fail 28 Feb 2014 75,790 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front tyres cracking

n/s steering rack gaiter twisted

Pass 23 Nov 2012 68,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jun 2009 64,659 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 64,659 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 57,831 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 49,543 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 42,540 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 42,540 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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W344 TVF is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W344 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.

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What year was W344 TVF registered?

W344 TVF is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W344 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W344 TVF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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