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V818 DVO

2000 Lotus Elise 111S

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,669 mi
Last recorded36,669 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2008
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise 111S49,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV818 DVO
MakeLotus
ModelElise 111S
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2008 36,669 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 36,355 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 31,151 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise 111S?

Based on 1,126 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
2,183
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 34
Steering rack gaiter split 29
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V818 DVO is a 2000 Lotus Elise 111S in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise 111S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 49,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise 111S fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V818 DVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise 111S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Lotus Elise 111S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V818 DVO registered?

V818 DVO is a 2000 Lotus Elise 111S, first registered on 2 February 2000.

Is V818 DVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V818 DVO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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