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W248 RPD

2000 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,159 mi
Last recorded12,159 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW248 RPD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 12,159 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 12,143 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 12,137 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 12,122 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 12,044 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 11,936 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 11,914 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 11,758 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 11,690 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 11,579 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 11,515 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 11,402 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 10,867 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 10,382 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,055 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 9,601 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 8,879 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 8,137 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 7,935 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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W248 RPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 W248 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W248 RPD?

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What year was W248 RPD registered?

W248 RPD is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 June 2000.

Is W248 RPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W248 RPD shows 19 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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