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KB51 CJF

2001 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

63,509 mi
Last recorded63,509 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB51 CJF
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 63,509 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 60,185 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 58,677 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 57,816 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 57,581 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 57,377 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 57,329 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 57,072 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 56,967 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 56,756 miles

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS (3.5.1i)

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 18 Aug 2015 56,396 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 55,871 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2013 55,747 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Aug 2013 55,677 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 55,292 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 54,200 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 53,668 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 51,664 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 49,686 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 47,274 miles

Front tyres getting abit low on tread at inner edges (esp O/S)

Rear tyres getting abit low on tread

Pass 12 Sep 2006 39,600 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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KB51 CJF is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KB51 CJF, 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 KB51 CJF registered?

KB51 CJF is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is KB51 CJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB51 CJF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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