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X521 EKL

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,663 mi
Last recorded34,663 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX521 EKL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2023 34,663 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 33,776 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 29,292 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 19,157 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 17,769 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 17,686 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 24,896 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 17,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,665 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,300 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,444 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 14,518 miles

rear discs inner faces corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2009 14,434 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 13,859 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 12,966 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2006 12,247 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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X521 EKL is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 X521 EKL, 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 X521 EKL registered?

X521 EKL is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 September 2000.

Is X521 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X521 EKL shows 17 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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