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W396 YAL

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,723 mi
Last recorded46,723 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW396 YAL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 46,723 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 44,989 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 42,206 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 41,163 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 39,910 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 39,910 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 35,896 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 32,337 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 27,991 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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W396 YAL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W396 YAL, 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 W396 YAL registered?

W396 YAL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W396 YAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W396 YAL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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