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X389 XCL

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,349 mi
Last recorded59,349 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX389 XCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 59,349 miles

Offside Front front off side steering arm has slight play

Fail 11 May 2015 59,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2015 59,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 58,102 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 57,241 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 56,126 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 53,684 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 51,207 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 48,567 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 45,190 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 42,983 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 40,730 miles

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

spare tyre defective

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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X389 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X389 XCL, 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 X389 XCL registered?

X389 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X389 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X389 XCL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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