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KM51 LOT

2001 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,949 mi
Last recorded69,949 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 69,949 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,406 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 58,406 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s brake lamp 50% not working

n/s brake lamp 50% not working

n/s screen washer irratic operation

o/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge

Fail 9 Sep 2010 58,406 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S inner stop light inop.

O/S outer stop light inop.

O/S/F spring retainer corroded.

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

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 7 Sep 2009 52,579 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 51,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 51,889 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 41,954 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 36,289 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 30,277 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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KM51 LOT is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KM51 LOT, 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 KM51 LOT registered?

KM51 LOT is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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