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AO51 NVW

2001 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,200 mi
Last recorded74,200 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 NVW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 74,200 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 73,794 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 73,792 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 71,548 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 69,196 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 68,680 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 68,393 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 67,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 66,160 miles

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 64,072 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 59,574 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 54,463 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 44,384 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 NVW is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Yellow 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 AO51 NVW, 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 NVW registered?

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

Is AO51 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 NVW 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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