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W7 LTS

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,860 mi
Last recorded37,860 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW7 LTS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 37,860 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 37,397 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 37,021 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 36,576 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 36,177 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 35,428 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 34,524 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 33,780 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 33,363 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,430 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 30,814 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 30,814 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 28,973 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 27,356 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 23,227 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 11,158 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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W7 LTS is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 W7 LTS, 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 W7 LTS registered?

W7 LTS is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W7 LTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W7 LTS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W7 LTS have outstanding finance?

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