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X902 NGS

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

67,090 mi
Last recorded67,090 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX902 NGS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 67,090 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 66,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 66,385 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 66,385 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 66,020 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 65,315 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 May 2017 64,526 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 62,631 miles

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

child seat fitted at the time of test not allowing full inspection of the seat belt

under trays fitted at the time of test not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Apr 2015 61,641 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 59,459 miles

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

motor hatch catch siezing

rad fan very noisey

Fail 14 Sep 2013 59,456 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

motor hatch catch siezing

rad fan very noisey

Pass 16 Jun 2012 57,507 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2012 57,388 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2011 48,748 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 48,692 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

coolant fan sounds like badly worn bearings

Pass 3 Jun 2010 42,061 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 33,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2009 33,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 23,547 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 19,314 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 15,596 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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X902 NGS is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X902 NGS, 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 X902 NGS registered?

X902 NGS is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X902 NGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X902 NGS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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