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PO51 ORT

2001 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,369 mi
Last recorded37,369 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 ORT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 37,369 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 37,155 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 37,021 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 36,845 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,636 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 36,411 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 36,276 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,170 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 35,209 miles

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,099 miles

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Sep 2015 34,999 miles

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2014 34,981 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 34,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 33,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 15 Sep 2011 32,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,883 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,865 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 29,829 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 26,807 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 25,826 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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PO51 ORT is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Red 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 PO51 ORT, 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 PO51 ORT registered?

PO51 ORT is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is PO51 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO51 ORT 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 PO51 ORT have outstanding finance?

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