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Y288 ODX

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,962 mi
Last recorded42,962 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY288 ODX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,962 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 36,147 miles

Both rear tyres have just over 3mm tread depth left.

Front and rear brake pads getting low.

Inside of both rear brake discs ribed.

Fail 15 Jun 2010 36,147 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Both rear tyres have just over 3mm tread depth left.

Front and rear brake pads getting low.

Inside of both rear brake discs ribed.

Pass 22 Apr 2009 29,101 miles

unable to check pipes floor has metal under body trays

windscreen has a crack to near side just out of the sweep

Pass 25 Apr 2008 21,139 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 19,043 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,626 miles

unable to inspect fully due to undertray fitted

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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Y288 ODX is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y288 ODX, 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 Y288 ODX registered?

Y288 ODX is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y288 ODX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y288 ODX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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