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W212 RPD

2000 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,990 mi
Last recorded6,990 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW212 RPD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 6,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Aug 2014 6,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 6,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2011 6,724 miles

interior rear view mirror missing

Pass 24 Aug 2009 6,395 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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W212 RPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 39,929 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 W212 RPD, 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.

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What year was W212 RPD registered?

W212 RPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 May 2000.

Is W212 RPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W212 RPD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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