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Y687 DGN

2001 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,844 mi
Last recorded61,844 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY687 DGN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 61,844 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 50,731 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 40,545 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 37,247 miles

slight knock from steering when operated. o/s headlamp aim set on upper limit .all suspension components corroding .

Pass 4 Aug 2011 35,860 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 33,827 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 33,942 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 33,580 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 26,738 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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Y687 DGN is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y687 DGN, 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 Y687 DGN registered?

Y687 DGN is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is Y687 DGN safe to buy?

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