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X404 XCL

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,882 mi
Last recorded22,882 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX404 XCL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,882 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 23,759 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 23,412 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 22,576 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 21,926 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,828 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 20,164 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 19,054 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,159 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 17,257 miles

o/s h/lamp aim on lower limit

Pass 14 Sep 2009 16,258 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 13,393 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 12,040 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 9,731 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 7,129 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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X404 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 X404 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X404 XCL registered?

X404 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X404 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X404 XCL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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