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X191 BPA

2000 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,995 mi
Last recorded72,995 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX191 BPA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 72,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

very low vehicle

Pass 29 Nov 2019 72,966 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 72,852 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 72,435 miles

Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 71,887 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 71,291 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 70,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust flexible pipe starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Nov 2013 69,727 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 68,856 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 66,421 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Coolant leak

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 57,655 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 53,790 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 53,790 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 45,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f wheel bearing noisy when spun but no movement and does not feel notchy

o/s/f wheel bearing noisy when spun but no movement and does not feel notchy

Fail 25 Nov 2008 45,594 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f wheel bearing noisy when spun but no movement and does not feel notchy

o/s/f wheel bearing noisy when spun but no movement and does not feel notchy

Pass 19 Nov 2007 38,588 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 35,587 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 29,001 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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X191 BPA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X191 BPA, 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 X191 BPA registered?

X191 BPA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is X191 BPA safe to buy?

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