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LJ51 YDW

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,143 mi
Last recorded31,143 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 YDW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2023 31,143 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 30,388 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 29,665 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 28,772 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 28,588 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 28,450 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 28,178 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 27,941 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 27,237 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 26,689 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 25,731 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 24,101 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,886 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 22,133 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 21,171 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 20,198 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 19,555 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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LJ51 YDW is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ51 YDW, 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 LJ51 YDW?

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What year was LJ51 YDW registered?

LJ51 YDW is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is LJ51 YDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 YDW shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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