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W481 OCD

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

57,167 mi
Last recorded57,167 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW481 OCD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 57,167 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 56,602 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 55,249 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 54,256 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 53,287 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 52,419 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 51,143 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 50,273 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 49,421 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 48,436 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 47,434 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 46,989 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 46,241 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 45,354 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 43,822 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 41,258 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 41,007 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Dec 2009 41,007 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 40,436 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 40,436 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 40,147 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 33,795 miles

Rear brake discsinner faces are rusting.

Very difficult to attain emission values to pass emission test.

Pass 17 Nov 2005 30,494 miles

Emission values difficult to attain.

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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W481 OCD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black 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 W481 OCD, 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 W481 OCD registered?

W481 OCD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W481 OCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W481 OCD 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.

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