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W119 RCG

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,663 mi
Last recorded33,663 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW119 RCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 33,663 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 33,473 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 33,281 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 32,717 miles

small hole in nearside front steering rack gaiter

Pass 19 Nov 2021 32,205 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 31,857 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 31,797 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 31,608 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 31,530 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 31,475 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 30,986 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 30,775 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 30,592 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 30,226 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,848 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 29,372 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 28,866 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 28,386 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2006 25,762 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 20,389 miles

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)

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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W119 RCG 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 100%.

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 W119 RCG, 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 W119 RCG registered?

W119 RCG is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W119 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W119 RCG shows 20 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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