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X2 ECC

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,652 mi
Last recorded59,652 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2011
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX2 ECC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,652 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 59,493 miles

both rear discs slightly pitted

handbrake efficiency just met minimun requirments

Pass 10 Dec 2008 53,195 miles

nail in O.S.F. tyre

steering,suspension,and brakes not fully tested due to underbody panels and limited jacking points

Fail 6 Dec 2008 53,189 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

nail in O.S.F. tyre

steering,suspension,and brakes not fully tested due to underbody panels and limited jacking points

Pass 7 Dec 2007
Pass 3 Sep 2007 45,906 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 41,415 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 37,844 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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X2 ECC is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 X2 ECC, 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 X2 ECC registered?

X2 ECC is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is X2 ECC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X2 ECC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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