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Y826 JNM

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,774 mi
Last recorded52,774 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY826 JNM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 52,774 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 52,716 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 52,506 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 52,066 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 51,781 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 51,413 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 47,911 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 44,943 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 40,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 39,266 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 35,628 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 35,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 32,960 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 29,394 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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Y826 JNM is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 Y826 JNM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y826 JNM registered?

Y826 JNM is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y826 JNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y826 JNM shows 14 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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