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Y785 DAU

2001 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,317 mi
Last recorded54,317 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY785 DAU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2020 54,317 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 53,391 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 52,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 52,070 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,647 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 50,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 49,100 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 47,845 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 44,314 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 41,604 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,294 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 29,754 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,564 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,556 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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Y785 DAU is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 Y785 DAU, 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 Y785 DAU registered?

Y785 DAU is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y785 DAU safe to buy?

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