MOT Status
ValidMileage
38,909 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
suspension components corroded
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
underside components corroded
both rear brake discs corroded
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LT51 ELS is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LT51 ELS, 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 LT51 ELS?
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What year was LT51 ELS registered?
LT51 ELS is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 17 December 2001.
Is LT51 ELS safe to buy?
The MOT history for LT51 ELS shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does LT51 ELS have outstanding finance?
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