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Y337 GWV

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

64,739 mi
Last recorded64,739 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY337 GWV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 64,739 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 64,006 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 64,002 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 63,959 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 63,885 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 63,514 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 63,112 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 63,019 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 62,634 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 61,446 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 59,048 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 55,573 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 51,654 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 49,140 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,634 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 47,634 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,499 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 40,464 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 35,304 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 28,437 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 21,054 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 18,853 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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Y337 GWV is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y337 GWV, 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 Y337 GWV registered?

Y337 GWV is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 July 2001.

Is Y337 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y337 GWV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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