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Y38 HPH

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,457 mi
Last recorded14,457 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 HPH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2017 14,457 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 14,368 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 14,088 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2014 13,389 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 13,072 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 12,543 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 12,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 11,840 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 10,731 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 10,060 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2005 8,754 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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Y38 HPH is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 Y38 HPH, 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 Y38 HPH registered?

Y38 HPH is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 July 2001.

Is Y38 HPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 HPH shows 11 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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