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N8 RWF

2001 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,216 mi
Last recorded59,216 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 RWF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 59,216 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 54,591 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 54,536 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 53,303 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 40,038 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 35,524 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 31,411 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 31,411 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 27,718 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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N8 RWF is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N8 RWF, 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 N8 RWF registered?

N8 RWF is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is N8 RWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 RWF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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