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Y82 BLB

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,134 mi
Last recorded53,134 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY82 BLB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2012 53,134 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 53,134 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 46,943 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 39,265 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 29,739 miles

Front brake discs slightyly corroded on inside

Rear brake discs slightly corroded on inside

Pass 28 May 2008 29,491 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 28,312 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 23,799 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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Y82 BLB is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y82 BLB, 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 Y82 BLB registered?

Y82 BLB is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is Y82 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y82 BLB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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