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X863 ARX

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

101,078 mi
Last recorded101,078 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX863 ARX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 101,078 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 99,807 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 98,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 96,718 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 95,134 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 94,183 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 90,512 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 87,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 83,050 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 77,806 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 73,012 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 66,197 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 55,490 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 47,183 miles

Full sill covers fitted

Underbody panels fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2010 42,390 miles

Underbody panel fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2010 42,390 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Underbody panel fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2009 38,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s seat slightly loose

slight water damage to front number plate

small stonechips in windscreen

Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,870 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight water damage to front number plate

Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,788 miles

see last advice sheet test no.771687597278

Fail 24 Oct 2007 27,723 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both front tyres worn on edges and low

Pass 19 Oct 2006 24,990 miles

both rear tyres unevenly worn

front pads wearing low

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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X863 ARX is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X863 ARX, 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 X863 ARX registered?

X863 ARX is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X863 ARX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X863 ARX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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