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BX51 OGZ

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

43,193 mi
Last recorded43,193 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 OGZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 43,193 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 43,189 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 40,542 miles

engine idle fault

fan belt noise

unable to do full inspection due to underbody covers

Fail 30 Apr 2009 40,542 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

engine idle fault

fan belt noise

unable to do full inspection due to underbody covers

Fail 13 Sep 2007 38,590 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

wiper blade slightly smearing screen

Pass 13 Sep 2007 38,590 miles

wiper blade slightly smearing screen

Pass 15 Sep 2006 37,001 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 37,001 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake warning lamp staying on

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 11 Sep 2006 36,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BX51 OGZ is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX51 OGZ, 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 BX51 OGZ registered?

BX51 OGZ is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is BX51 OGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 OGZ shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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