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W653 COO

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

106,283 mi
Last recorded106,283 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW653 COO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 106,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 103,118 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 100,911 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 100,911 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 95,324 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 81,234 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 57,002 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,021 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 47,382 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 41,226 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 37,338 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 31,884 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 27,823 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 22,634 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 22,634 miles

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

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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W653 COO 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 93.3%.

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 W653 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.

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What year was W653 COO registered?

W653 COO is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W653 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W653 COO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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