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Y827 JNM

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,216 mi
Last recorded41,216 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY827 JNM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 41,216 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 41,165 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 41,007 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 40,925 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 40,889 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 40,584 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 40,200 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2017 40,021 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2016 39,773 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2015 39,547 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2014 39,198 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2012 38,775 miles

front brake discs have slight surface corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2011 38,605 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 38,605 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 37,930 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,247 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 36,049 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 36,049 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 33,583 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 31,061 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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Y827 JNM is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 Y827 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 Y827 JNM registered?

Y827 JNM is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y827 JNM safe to buy?

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