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AO51 NWR

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,346 mi
Last recorded30,346 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 NWR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 30,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres perishing and wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2025 29,794 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 28,827 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 28,351 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 28,039 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 28,033 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 28,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower spring mount coroded

Pass 25 Apr 2019 27,605 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 26,993 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 26,332 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,968 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 25,786 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,285 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 24,641 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,957 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 23,338 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 22,617 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,997 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,716 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 20,041 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 19,338 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 NWR is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 NWR, 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 NWR registered?

AO51 NWR is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is AO51 NWR safe to buy?

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