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P4 VJR

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,577 mi
Last recorded43,577 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 VJR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 43,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 43,576 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 39,324 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 34,917 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 30,984 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 28,416 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 26,657 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 26,147 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 24,758 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 22,016 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 22,015 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 18,520 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 15,800 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 14,446 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 13,193 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 11,707 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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P4 VJR is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P4 VJR, 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 P4 VJR registered?

P4 VJR is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is P4 VJR safe to buy?

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