Lotus Elise MOT Results
Registered in 200179.6% pass rate
from 285 tests in 2021
(53% better than other 2001 cars)
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Failure rates by item
Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2001 cars and highlighted areas where the Lotus Elise is unusually good or bad.
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9.5% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(39% better than other 2001 cars)
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4.9% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 4.6% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.70% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
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3.2% fail on
Headlamps
- 3.2% fail on Headlamp
- 1.8% fail on Stop lamp
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1.1% fail on
Direction indicators
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1.1% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.70% fail on Side repeaters
- 0.35% fail on Individual direction indicators
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1.1% fail on
Flashing type
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0.35% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
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0.35% fail on
Rear fog lamp
- 0.35% fail on Rear fog lamp
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0.35% fail on
Rear fog lamp
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0.35% fail on
Electrical equipment
- 0.35% fail on Battery(ies)
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4.9% fail on
Headlamp aim
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7.0% fail on
Brakes
(50% better than other 2001 cars)
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6.0% fail on
Brake performance
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3.9% fail on
Service brake performance
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3.9% fail on
Rbt
- 3.9% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.35% fail on Service brake imbalance
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3.9% fail on
Rbt
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1.8% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
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1.8% fail on
Rbt (sp)
- 1.1% fail on Service brake imbalance
- 0.70% fail on Service brake performance
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1.8% fail on
Rbt (sp)
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1.4% fail on
Parking brake performance
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1.4% fail on
Rbt
- 1.4% fail on Parking brake performance
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1.4% fail on
Rbt
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1.1% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
- 1.1% fail on Rbt (sp)
- 0.35% fail on Brake performance not tested
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3.9% fail on
Service brake performance
- 0.70% fail on Rigid brake pipes (79% better than other 2001 cars)
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0.35% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
- 0.35% fail on Pedal
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0.35% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.35% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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0.35% fail on
Mechanical brake components
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0.35% fail on
Brake discs and drums
- 0.35% fail on Brake discs
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0.35% fail on
Brake discs and drums
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6.0% fail on
Brake performance
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5.6% fail on
Visibility
- 3.9% fail on Washers
- 2.1% fail on Wipers
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4.9% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
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4.9% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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4.9% fail on
Spark ignition
- 3.9% fail on Catalyst emissions
- 1.1% fail on Emissions not tested
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4.9% fail on
Spark ignition
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0.35% fail on
Fluid leaks
- 0.35% fail on Other leaks
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4.9% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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2.5% fail on
Suspension
(85% better than other 2001 cars)
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1.4% fail on
Suspension arms
(73% better than other 2001 cars)
- 1.4% fail on Ball joint
- 0.35% fail on Wheel bearings
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0.35% fail on
Anti-roll bars
- 0.35% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
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0.35% fail on
Other suspension component
- 0.35% fail on Ball joint dust cover
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1.4% fail on
Suspension arms
(73% better than other 2001 cars)
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1.4% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 1.4% fail on Registration plates
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1.4% fail on
Steering
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1.1% fail on
Steering linkage components
- 1.1% fail on Track rod end
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0.35% fail on
Steering gear
- 0.35% fail on Steering rack
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1.1% fail on
Steering linkage components
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0.70% fail on
Tyres
(87% better than other 2001 cars)
- 0.70% fail on Tread depth
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0.35% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.35% fail on Attachment
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Lotus Elise (2001 - 2011)
Quick, engaging roadster with terrific handling and grip.