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W418 XGH

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,910 mi
Last recorded63,910 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW418 XGH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 63,910 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 63,908 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 62,669 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 62,669 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 61,350 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 60,406 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 57,814 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 55,683 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 55,681 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 55,442 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 55,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 55,442 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 51,593 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 51,593 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 May 2008 47,536 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 42,321 miles

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

Offside headlight aim at minimum hight required

Pass 8 May 2006 36,970 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 36,970 miles

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

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

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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W418 XGH is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 W418 XGH, 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 W418 XGH registered?

W418 XGH is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W418 XGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W418 XGH shows 18 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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