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L22 OTS

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,445 mi
Last recorded25,445 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 OTS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 25,445 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 22,127 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 19,440 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 19,061 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 16,841 miles

Coil spring corroded OSF/OSR/NSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 15,654 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 13,957 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 13,200 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 10,527 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 8,336 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 7,456 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 5,084 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 4,552 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 3,575 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 2,145 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 56 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 20 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 15,426 miles

N/S front seat belt has soft trim around belt causing binding on retraction at times ADVISE TRIM MOD

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,952 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 11,337 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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L22 OTS is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L22 OTS, 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 L22 OTS registered?

L22 OTS is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is L22 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L22 OTS shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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