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Y308 XGS

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

85,221 mi
Last recorded85,221 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY308 XGS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 85,221 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 85,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 84,647 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 83,976 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 83,229 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 83,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 82,429 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 82,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 78,674 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 74,912 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 74,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 71,849 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 64,929 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 54,251 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 45,180 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 31,627 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 24,861 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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Y308 XGS is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y308 XGS, 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 Y308 XGS registered?

Y308 XGS is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 August 2001.

Is Y308 XGS safe to buy?

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