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W726 DGF

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,285 mi
Last recorded47,285 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW726 DGF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 47,285 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 47,284 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 47,180 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 47,097 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 46,816 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 46,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 45,716 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 44,089 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 44,088 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 44,047 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,639 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 31,046 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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W726 DGF is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W726 DGF, 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

How do I check the history of W726 DGF?

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What year was W726 DGF registered?

W726 DGF is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 June 2000.

Is W726 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W726 DGF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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