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X283 XNG

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,247 mi
Last recorded47,247 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX283 XNG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 47,247 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 46,909 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 46,625 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 45,979 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 45,778 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 45,274 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 44,989 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 44,456 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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X283 XNG is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X283 XNG, 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

How do I check the history of X283 XNG?

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What year was X283 XNG registered?

X283 XNG is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 October 2000.

Is X283 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X283 XNG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X283 XNG have outstanding finance?

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