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Y457 HPE

2001 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,378 mi
Last recorded10,378 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY457 HPE
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 10,378 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

all 4 tyres are 25+ years old

Pass 26 Jun 2025 10,094 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2024 9,996 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear no plate deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 9,663 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 9,379 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 9,002 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 8,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 8,511 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 8,226 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 7,993 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2016 7,773 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,630 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 7,344 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 7,060 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 6,737 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 6,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 5,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 5,554 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 5,213 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,748 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 4,346 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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Y457 HPE is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 Y457 HPE, 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 Y457 HPE registered?

Y457 HPE is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y457 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y457 HPE shows 21 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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