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Y221 LGM

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,639 mi
Last recorded39,639 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY221 LGM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,639 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 39,596 miles

both front tyres perished and cracked on side walls not exposing cords advise replacement

Pass 7 Oct 2022 39,561 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 39,424 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 39,366 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 39,289 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 39,165 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 38,884 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 38,503 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 38,137 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,025 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 37,295 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,043 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,789 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 34,326 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 33,978 miles

heavy surface corrosion to faces of rear discs

Fail 29 May 2009 33,978 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

heavy surface corrosion to faces of rear discs

Pass 29 May 2008 32,544 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 31,441 miles

stone chip in nearside of screen outside swep area

Pass 19 May 2006 28,536 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y221 LGM is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y221 LGM, 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 Y221 LGM registered?

Y221 LGM is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y221 LGM safe to buy?

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