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W399 YAL

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,104 mi
Last recorded24,104 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW399 YAL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2026 24,104 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 22,678 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 22,655 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,584 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 22,474 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 22,334 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 22,225 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 22,142 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,969 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 21,809 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 21,564 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2015 21,346 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 21,211 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 21,001 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 20,687 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 20,491 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 20,195 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 19,994 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 19,659 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 19,252 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 18,940 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 18,182 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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W399 YAL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W399 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 W399 YAL registered?

W399 YAL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 July 2000.

Is W399 YAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W399 YAL shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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