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Y874 RFH

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,064 mi
Last recorded13,064 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY874 RFH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 13,064 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 12,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 12,772 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 12,561 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 12,403 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 12,177 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 12,176 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 11,886 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 11,512 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 11,096 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 10,415 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 10,120 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 9,569 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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Y874 RFH is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y874 RFH, 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 Y874 RFH registered?

Y874 RFH is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y874 RFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y874 RFH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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