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W536 OYJ

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,510 mi
Last recorded75,510 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW536 OYJ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 May 2023 75,510 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 75,350 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 75,309 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 75,182 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 75,051 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 74,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 72,897 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 71,262 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 69,459 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 65,189 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 60,256 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 58,242 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,533 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 50,151 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 42,867 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 35,723 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 25,852 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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W536 OYJ is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 W536 OYJ, 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

How do I check the history of W536 OYJ?

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What year was W536 OYJ registered?

W536 OYJ is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 July 2000.

Is W536 OYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W536 OYJ shows 17 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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