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W246 RND

2000 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,780 mi
Last recorded14,780 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW246 RND
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 14,780 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 14,739 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 at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 14,270 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 14,265 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 at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 14,020 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 13,683 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 13,264 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 12,609 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 12,173 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,944 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 10,577 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 9,742 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 8,203 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 8,001 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 7,653 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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W246 RND is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W246 RND, 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 W246 RND registered?

W246 RND is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 August 2000.

Is W246 RND safe to buy?

The MOT history for W246 RND shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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