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PG51 GFO

2001 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,305 mi
Last recorded40,305 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 GFO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 40,305 miles

All four shock absorbers and coil springs are corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four brake discs are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Full covers underside unable to fully inspect

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 40,189 miles

Front 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))

Fail 18 May 2019 40,189 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 39,138 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 38,721 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 38,311 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 37,707 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 37,466 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 37,454 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 37,454 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 37,454 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 37,454 miles

(1) Wiper blade poor condition, advise replacement. (2) Corrosion and blocked ventholes to nearside front and rear disc inner faces, advise maintainance/brake service. (3) Rear tyres at 3-3.5mm tread, RNS worn on inner edge.

Pass 9 Feb 2009 34,862 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,905 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 32,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 28,098 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 GFO is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GFO, 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.

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What year was PG51 GFO registered?

PG51 GFO is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 September 2001.

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