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X738 EPP

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,433 mi
Last recorded34,433 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX738 EPP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 34,433 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 33,206 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,734 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 31,232 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 28,333 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,163 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 27,938 miles

intermittant fault on rear fog light circuit

Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,446 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 26,634 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 25,513 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 23,003 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 23,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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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X738 EPP is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 X738 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

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What year was X738 EPP registered?

X738 EPP is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 September 2000.

Is X738 EPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X738 EPP 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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