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HX51 PZR

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,960 mi
Last recorded26,960 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 PZR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 26,960 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 26,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 26,915 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 26,819 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 26,804 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 26,761 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 26,646 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 26,532 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 26,225 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 26,225 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 May 2016 25,659 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,920 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2015 24,920 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 23,790 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 23,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 23,000 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 20,869 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 20,190 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,306 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 18,312 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 16,830 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 14,309 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 12,551 miles

advise rear brake pads look low

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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HX51 PZR is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HX51 PZR, 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 HX51 PZR registered?

HX51 PZR is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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The MOT history for HX51 PZR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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