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Y122 NHK

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,699 mi
Last recorded30,699 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY122 NHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 30,699 miles

slight play in offside steering rack

slight noise from engine

slight weep from offside rear shock absorber

Fail 8 Aug 2016 30,699 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight noise from engine

slight play in offside steering rack

slight weep from offside rear shock absorber

Pass 28 Jul 2015 29,307 miles

child seat fitted

rear brake pads 80% worn

Pass 1 Aug 2014 28,009 miles

various small stone chips in windscreen

Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,418 miles

nail in offside front tyre

Fail 2 Aug 2012 26,832 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 2 Aug 2012 26,832 miles

offside front tyre has a nail in tread

Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,665 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 23,391 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 21,500 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 21,500 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 19,838 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 18,859 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,464 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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Y122 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y122 NHK, 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 Y122 NHK registered?

Y122 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 August 2001.

Is Y122 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y122 NHK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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