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X804 WAA

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,959 mi
Last recorded49,959 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX804 WAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 49,959 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 11 Jan 2023 49,949 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 29 Jan 2022 48,099 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 47,984 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 47,877 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 47,411 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 47,343 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 46,926 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 46,667 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 46,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,957 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 45,210 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,362 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,754 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 42,751 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,371 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 39,162 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 35,419 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 9 Sep 2006 32,585 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 31,352 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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X804 WAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X804 WAA, 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 X804 WAA registered?

X804 WAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X804 WAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X804 WAA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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