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W484 MDV

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,381 mi
Last recorded7,381 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW484 MDV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 7,381 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 6,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 6,703 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 6,245 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 5,704 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 5,703 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2012 5,661 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 5,642 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 5,532 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 5,478 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 5,356 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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W484 MDV is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W484 MDV, 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 W484 MDV registered?

W484 MDV is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W484 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W484 MDV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W484 MDV have outstanding finance?

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