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W961 RHT

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,062 mi
Last recorded46,062 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW961 RHT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 46,062 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 45,792 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 45,780 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 45,091 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 43,980 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside T.R.E Gaiter Split

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 May 2010 43,980 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside T.R.E Gaiter Split

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 40,009 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 40,009 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 37,345 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 37,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2007 31,626 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 31,611 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,319 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 29,319 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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W961 RHT is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W961 RHT, 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 W961 RHT registered?

W961 RHT is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W961 RHT safe to buy?

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