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W604 EBW

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

47,437 mi
Last recorded47,437 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW604 EBW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 47,437 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 47,405 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements not lighting up when switch on (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 47,142 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 46,415 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 45,979 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 44,957 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 44,203 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 43,653 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 42,772 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 41,911 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 41,819 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 41,798 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 41,694 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 41,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 41,629 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 41,585 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,293 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 41,166 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 40,891 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 40,345 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 39,344 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 38,626 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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W604 EBW is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 W604 EBW, 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 W604 EBW registered?

W604 EBW is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W604 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W604 EBW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W604 EBW have outstanding finance?

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