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AY51 EEO

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,690 mi
Last recorded17,690 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EEO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 17,690 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 17,432 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 17,072 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 15,698 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 15,339 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 14,861 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 14,475 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 14,072 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 13,627 miles

Offside Rear Lower Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 13,156 miles

engine has water leak

Pass 23 Sep 2015 12,394 miles

body covers fitted top and bottom

Pass 29 Sep 2014 12,161 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 11,422 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,245 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 9,614 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,839 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 7,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 7,529 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 6,929 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 5,948 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 5,035 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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AY51 EEO is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 AY51 EEO, 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 AY51 EEO registered?

AY51 EEO is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is AY51 EEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 EEO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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