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W467 SWP

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

32,783 mi
Last recorded32,783 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW467 SWP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 32,783 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 32,246 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 31,570 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 31,175 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 30,918 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 30,598 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 30,024 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 29,408 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 28,780 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 28,716 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2017 28,136 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 27,637 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 27,220 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 26,526 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,958 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 25,313 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,465 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 23,653 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 22,449 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 22,411 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 May 2008 21,239 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 19,416 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 15,166 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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W467 SWP is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W467 SWP, 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 W467 SWP registered?

W467 SWP is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 April 2000.

Is W467 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W467 SWP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W467 SWP have outstanding finance?

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