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KE51 GZV

2001 Lotus Elise

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,581 mi
Last recorded35,581 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 GZV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 35,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both N/S/F AND O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R AND O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 34,315 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 31,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front additional spot light not working

Fail 27 Apr 2021 31,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front additional spot light not working

Pass 24 Apr 2020 28,372 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 28,165 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Near side & off side rear tyres perished & cracking

Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,975 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 27,668 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 27,668 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2015 27,118 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 27,118 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,603 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 25,466 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 23,444 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 22,201 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 20,475 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 20,475 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 19,133 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 19,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,138 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 17,137 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,742 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 14,565 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 11,719 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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KE51 GZV is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KE51 GZV, 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 KE51 GZV registered?

KE51 GZV is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is KE51 GZV safe to buy?

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