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K20 LTS

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,956 mi
Last recorded35,956 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK20 LTS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 35,956 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 35,955 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 35,759 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 35,238 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 35,186 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 34,646 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 33,798 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 33,798 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 32,855 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 26,830 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 25,699 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 24,843 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 23,872 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 21,941 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 20,931 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 20,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 16 Jan 2009 20,114 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 20,114 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 17,696 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 15,326 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 13,256 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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K20 LTS is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 K20 LTS, 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

How do I check the history of K20 LTS?

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What year was K20 LTS registered?

K20 LTS is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is K20 LTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K20 LTS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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