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W176 RCG

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,302 mi
Last recorded53,302 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW176 RCG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 53,302 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 51,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 49,596 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyres wearing out of shape

Offside Rear tyres wearing out of shape

Pass 20 Sep 2022 45,576 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 43,600 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 42,238 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 42,001 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 42,001 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 41,770 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 39,419 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 38,936 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,673 miles

all brake discs poor

covers under car

n/s/f drop limk slight play

wiper blade poor

Pass 16 Sep 2011 34,468 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 34,016 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 33,358 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,449 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 31,585 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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W176 RCG is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W176 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 W176 RCG registered?

W176 RCG is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 July 2000.

Is W176 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W176 RCG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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