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X812 WAA

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,182 mi
Last recorded38,182 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX812 WAA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 38,182 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 37,929 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 37,645 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 37,369 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 37,089 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 36,789 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 36,418 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 36,169 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 35,996 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 35,579 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 34,952 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 34,255 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jul 2015 34,255 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 33,317 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,130 miles

Nail in rear tyre

bearing noise from both rear wheels

Fail 25 Jun 2013 32,130 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nail in rear tyre

bearing noise from both rear wheels

Pass 25 Jul 2012 30,107 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 30,015 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 30,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,794 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 29,794 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,714 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,501 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 29,297 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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X812 WAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X812 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 X812 WAA registered?

X812 WAA is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X812 WAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X812 WAA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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