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X825 VWU

2001 Lotus Elise

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,908 mi
Last recorded12,908 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX825 VWU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 12,908 miles

All brake components in poor condition

All suspension wishbones in poor condition

Pass 8 Oct 2019 12,826 miles

Surface corrosion to all suspension components

Pass 2 Oct 2018 12,736 miles

All tyres and valves pershing

Surface corrosion to all suspension components

Pass 18 Sep 2017 12,664 miles

All suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Rear tyres and valve stems perishing.

Pass 6 Sep 2016 12,564 miles

All tyres perishing

Rear upper road spring retaining collars corroding

Pass 9 Sep 2015 12,368 miles

All tyres perished on tread

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 12,320 miles

corrosion to all discs faces

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyre valves perished

Fail 4 Dec 2013 12,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyre valves perished

corrosion to all discs faces

Pass 11 May 2012 12,291 miles

Small cuts to N/S/R tyre.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,236 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 11,870 miles

All suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Rear steel brake pipes have slight surface corrosion.

Pass 23 Dec 2008 11,719 miles

Wiper blade split on end.

Pass 4 Jan 2008 11,691 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 10,915 miles

front and rear brake discs very rusty

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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X825 VWU is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 X825 VWU, 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 X825 VWU registered?

X825 VWU is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X825 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X825 VWU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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