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W98 PSF

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

62,339 mi
Last recorded62,339 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 PSF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 62,339 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 57,969 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 57,969 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 54,317 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 50,481 miles

slight noise from o/s/front wheel bearing

Fail 20 Apr 2013 50,481 miles

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

slight noise from o/s/front wheel bearing

Fail 14 Apr 2012 47,456 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 47,456 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 42,234 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 42,233 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 29 Apr 2010 37,642 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 37,642 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 6 May 2009 32,318 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 May 2008 30,320 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 30,308 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2007 28,324 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 28,324 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Apr 2007 28,297 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 25,801 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 25,784 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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W98 PSF is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 W98 PSF, 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 W98 PSF registered?

W98 PSF is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W98 PSF safe to buy?

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