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X566 RCW

2000 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,171 mi
Last recorded16,171 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX566 RCW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 16,171 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,443 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,039 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,385 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,822 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 12,840 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 11,627 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2005

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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X566 RCW is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X566 RCW, 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 X566 RCW registered?

X566 RCW is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2000.

Is X566 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X566 RCW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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