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PG51 BUD

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,746 mi
Last recorded48,746 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 BUD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 48,746 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 43,433 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 42,096 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 40,228 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 38,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,329 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 35,308 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 34,346 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2017 33,227 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2016 32,528 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 31,921 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,627 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 30,607 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,757 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,065 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 28,259 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 27,169 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 24,500 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 24,320 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 22,637 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 18,683 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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PG51 BUD is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 PG51 BUD, 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 PG51 BUD registered?

PG51 BUD is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is PG51 BUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 BUD shows 21 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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