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X576 PBD

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,750 mi
Last recorded29,750 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX576 PBD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 29,750 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 28,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 27,678 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,343 miles

o/s rear disc rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2021 27,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 26,913 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 26,913 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,782 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 26,214 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 26,177 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 26,177 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 26,106 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 25,668 miles

COMPONANTS SHOWING SUFACE CORROSION ON GENERAL

Pass 22 Sep 2009 25,152 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,820 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 23,875 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 22,294 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 19,946 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 19,935 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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X576 PBD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X576 PBD, 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 X576 PBD registered?

X576 PBD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 October 2000.

Is X576 PBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X576 PBD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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