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W78 PPD

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,330 mi
Last recorded62,330 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW78 PPD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 62,330 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 61,934 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 61,772 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 61,642 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 61,221 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 60,786 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 60,567 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 59,306 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 58,471 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 57,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 55,483 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,140 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 53,638 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 52,634 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 50,760 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 46,341 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 44,107 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,397 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 26 Mar 2007 36,187 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 33,741 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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W78 PPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W78 PPD, 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 W78 PPD registered?

W78 PPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 11 March 2000.

Is W78 PPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W78 PPD shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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