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Y3 RAB

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,924 mi
Last recorded12,924 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 RAB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 12,924 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,916 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 12,853 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,546 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 11,824 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 11,259 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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Y3 RAB is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y3 RAB, 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 Y3 RAB registered?

Y3 RAB is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y3 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y3 RAB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y3 RAB have outstanding finance?

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