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Y1 RMD

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,788 mi
Last recorded23,788 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY1 RMD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 23,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 23,631 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 23,528 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 23,485 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 23,448 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 23,417 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 23,366 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 23,281 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 23,092 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 23,090 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 22,802 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 22,850 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 22,166 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 21,782 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 21,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 20,955 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 20,340 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 19,931 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 19,761 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 19,067 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 18,294 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 17,419 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 16,522 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 14,232 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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Y1 RMD is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 Y1 RMD, 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 Y1 RMD registered?

Y1 RMD is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y1 RMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y1 RMD shows 24 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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