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HOT 201L

2001 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,499 mi
Last recorded49,499 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOT 201L
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2022 49,499 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 49,482 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 49,452 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 49,336 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 48,548 miles

Under body panels fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,638 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 44,940 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 42,374 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 40,036 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 38,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 35,980 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 30,769 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 26,857 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 23,667 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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HOT 201L is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HOT 201L, 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 HOT 201L registered?

HOT 201L is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is HOT 201L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOT 201L shows 14 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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