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W744 DGF

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

9,727 mi
Last recorded9,727 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW744 DGF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 9,727 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 9,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 9,395 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 9,233 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 8,907 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 8,613 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 8,406 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 8,406 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 8,265 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 8,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 8,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 7,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 7,691 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 7,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 7,489 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn close to wearbars

illegal number plate on front passenger seat

Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,322 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 7,178 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 7,013 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 7,013 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 6,910 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 6,570 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 6,371 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 5,943 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 5,562 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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W744 DGF is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 W744 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.

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What year was W744 DGF registered?

W744 DGF is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 June 2000.

Is W744 DGF safe to buy?

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