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W652 COO

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,584 mi
Last recorded46,584 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW652 COO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 46,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 46,487 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 46,442 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2011 44,497 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 44,497 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 43,961 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 42,997 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 41,704 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 40,789 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 39,792 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 39,792 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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W652 COO is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W652 COO, 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 W652 COO registered?

W652 COO is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W652 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W652 COO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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