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Y127 NHK

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,061 mi
Last recorded37,061 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY127 NHK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 37,061 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 36,855 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Oct 2021 36,315 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 36,286 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 36,099 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 35,862 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2015 34,650 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 34,430 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 31,145 miles

rear dics corroded on inner surface..

Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,229 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 26,206 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 24,197 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 21,832 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 21,832 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play in n/s and o/s steering rack arms.

Pass 11 Aug 2006 20,824 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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Y127 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y127 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y127 NHK registered?

Y127 NHK is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 August 2001.

Is Y127 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y127 NHK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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