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W575 XNM

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,015 mi
Last recorded143,015 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW575 XNM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 143,015 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 142,751 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 137,589 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 137,583 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pedal travel goes to floor under load (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 130,111 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 127,783 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 127,776 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 126,617 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 121,712 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 121,711 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 113,897 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 113,892 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 106,051 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 106,051 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 102,110 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 89,057 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 89,057 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2012 81,834 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 77,420 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 77,420 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 67,417 miles

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

Nearside front fog lamp damaged

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

Fail 5 Jul 2010 67,417 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside front fog lamp damaged

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 54,953 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 43,854 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 32,859 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 24,345 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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W575 XNM is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W575 XNM, 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.

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What year was W575 XNM registered?

W575 XNM is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W575 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W575 XNM shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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