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L6 ORO

2001 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

41,424 mi
Last recorded41,424 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 ORO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 41,424 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 39,742 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearsided and offside raer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 39,742 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearsided and offside raer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 38,953 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 37,996 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 37,544 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 36,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

all four tyres 10+ years old

Pass 24 Feb 2020 36,129 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 35,133 miles

front washer poor but adequate

Pass 25 Feb 2018 34,447 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 33,576 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 31,413 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 31,265 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 30,310 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 29,003 miles

advise front brake pads low

Pass 16 Feb 2012 29,913 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 24,907 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 23,165 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 23,165 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,912 miles

both front tyre treads low on inner edges

Fail 29 Feb 2008 19,087 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 19,087 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 17,497 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 17,497 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 14,739 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 14,739 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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L6 ORO is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 L6 ORO, 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

How do I check the history of L6 ORO?

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What year was L6 ORO registered?

L6 ORO is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is L6 ORO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 ORO shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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