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Y28 PCB

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,684 mi
Last recorded22,684 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY28 PCB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2018 22,684 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 22,609 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 22,469 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 22,373 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 22,144 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,968 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 21,825 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,398 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 21,165 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 20,698 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 20,203 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 18,741 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 17,617 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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Y28 PCB is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y28 PCB, 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 Y28 PCB registered?

Y28 PCB is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y28 PCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y28 PCB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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