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HD51 RFY

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,438 mi
Last recorded30,438 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD51 RFY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2020 30,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 30,346 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 30,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 27,952 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 26,716 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2015 26,024 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 24,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 23,776 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 22,342 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,881 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 21,290 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,075 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 18,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,699 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,415 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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HD51 RFY is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HD51 RFY, 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 HD51 RFY registered?

HD51 RFY is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is HD51 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD51 RFY shows 15 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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