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Y879 RFH

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

29,262 mi
Last recorded29,262 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY879 RFH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 29,262 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 27,054 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,522 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 22,461 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 22,268 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 21,226 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 20,949 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 20,790 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 20,532 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 20,347 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 20,259 miles

engine/under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2014 19,712 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 19,225 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 19,154 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 19,000 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,646 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 18,134 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 17,764 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 17,328 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 17,326 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,717 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,920 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 30,852 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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Y879 RFH is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 Y879 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y879 RFH registered?

Y879 RFH is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y879 RFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y879 RFH shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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