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A5 CJY

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

55,401 mi
Last recorded55,401 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 CJY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 55,401 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 55,230 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 55,228 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,709 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 54,700 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 54,700 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged LEAKING (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE IS CRACKING

Pass 6 May 2016 54,662 miles

all brake discs are corroded

Pass 22 May 2015 54,112 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 53,565 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 53,555 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs are thin

Pass 10 May 2013 52,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front compartment cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

near side rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 3 May 2013 52,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front compartment cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

near side rear tyre deteriorated

off side light aim not checked

Pass 11 May 2012 52,539 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 52,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2011 51,617 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 49,876 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 47,798 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2008 42,938 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 38,276 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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A5 CJY is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 38,622 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 A5 CJY, 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 25 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 A5 CJY registered?

A5 CJY is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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