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L111 TGG

2001 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,967 mi
Last recorded11,967 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 TGG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 May 2026 11,967 miles
Pass 5 May 2025 11,808 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 11,724 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 11,491 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 11,445 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 11,245 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 10,604 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 10,165 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 9,497 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 8,925 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 8,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 7,702 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 6,812 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 6,050 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 5,639 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 4,973 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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L111 TGG is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 L111 TGG, 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.

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What year was L111 TGG registered?

L111 TGG is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is L111 TGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L111 TGG shows 16 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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