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X103 ENM

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,268 mi
Last recorded71,268 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX103 ENM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 71,268 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2016 70,971 miles

advice both front track rods inner joints have slight play

Pass 12 May 2016 70,824 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 May 2015 70,517 miles

both front track rod inner joints have play

Fail 25 Mar 2015 70,356 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 70,356 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 69,587 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 67,318 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 25 Jan 2012 67,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Jan 2011 63,693 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

all brake discs pitted/corroded on inner edges

nearside washer jet not working properly

slight play in steering rack

Fail 15 Jan 2011 63,688 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

all brake discs pitted/corroded on inner edges

nearside washer jet not working properly

slight play in steering rack

Pass 12 Dec 2009 50,581 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front number plate cracked

Fail 12 Dec 2009 50,581 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front number plate cracked

Pass 28 Nov 2008 54,886 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 49,726 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 44,526 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 43,909 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 43,909 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

park brake cable outer casing split

Pass 18 Aug 2005 41,675 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 41,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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X103 ENM is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X103 ENM, 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 X103 ENM registered?

X103 ENM is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X103 ENM safe to buy?

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