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W5 RDM

2020 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,640 mi
Last recorded8,640 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2020 Lotus Elise7,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 RDM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 8,640 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 8,640 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 7,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 6,816 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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W5 RDM is a 2020 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 7,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W5 RDM, 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 6 years old, this Lotus Elise is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W5 RDM registered?

W5 RDM is a 2020 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 August 2020.

Is W5 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 RDM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W5 RDM have outstanding finance?

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