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W611 GSO

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,815 mi
Last recorded50,815 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW611 GSO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 50,815 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 48,316 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 46,824 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 44,990 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 42,593 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,150 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 35,878 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 33,454 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 33,454 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,889 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 28,929 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 28,929 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

car over heating.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,065 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 24,784 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 23,802 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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W611 GSO is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W611 GSO, 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 W611 GSO registered?

W611 GSO is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W611 GSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W611 GSO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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