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AO51 HDX

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,013 mi
Last recorded33,013 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 HDX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 33,013 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 32,796 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 31,631 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Mar 2023 31,089 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,291 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 29,581 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,804 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2014 25,437 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,505 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 21,806 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2010 20,067 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 18,927 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 17,567 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 16,212 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 13,814 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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AO51 HDX is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO51 HDX, 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 AO51 HDX registered?

AO51 HDX is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is AO51 HDX safe to buy?

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