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GX51 XUD

2001 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,191 mi
Last recorded62,191 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2009
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 XUD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2009 62,191 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 62,137 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 62,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 58,795 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 54,259 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 49,579 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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GX51 XUD is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX51 XUD, 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 GX51 XUD registered?

GX51 XUD is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is GX51 XUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 XUD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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