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X731 EPP

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,244 mi
Last recorded45,244 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX731 EPP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 45,244 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 45,062 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 43,587 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 43,390 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 43,191 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 43,108 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 43,078 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 42,591 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 42,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s front tyre starting to crack and perish

o/s front tyre starting to crack and perish

o/s rear tyre starting to perish and crack

Pass 8 May 2015 41,623 miles

both rear tyres showing light surface tears around tread wall.

Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,205 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 38,221 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 May 2013 38,221 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 36,532 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 36,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2011 33,336 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 32,350 miles

all coil springs just starting to rust

front wheel bearings/disc's slightly noisey when turned

Fail 21 Apr 2010 32,352 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

all coil springs just starting to rust

front wheel bearings/disc's slightly noisey when turned

Pass 8 May 2009 30,751 miles

all brake disc's slightly rusty

front coil spring rusty

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 18 Mar 2008 27,911 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 26,421 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 24,404 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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X731 EPP is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X731 EPP, 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 X731 EPP?

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What year was X731 EPP registered?

X731 EPP is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 October 2000.

Is X731 EPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X731 EPP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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