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BX51 OKF

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

42,291 mi
Last recorded42,291 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 OKF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 42,291 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 42,210 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 41,994 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 41,772 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 41,546 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2021 41,546 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 41,252 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 41,137 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 40,352 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 40,235 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 39,961 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 39,695 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 39,383 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 39,070 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 38,265 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 38,147 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 37,912 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 37,473 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 36,631 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 35,924 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 32,793 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 26,773 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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BX51 OKF is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BX51 OKF, 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 OKF registered?

BX51 OKF is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is BX51 OKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 OKF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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