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SN51 LYO

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,476 mi
Last recorded47,476 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 LYO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 47,476 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 47,001 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 46,617 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 46,309 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 46,180 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 45,738 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 45,255 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 44,927 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 44,428 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 43,926 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2009 43,926 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 43,528 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 43,390 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 42,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 38,347 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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SN51 LYO is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SN51 LYO, 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 SN51 LYO registered?

SN51 LYO is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is SN51 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 LYO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SN51 LYO have outstanding finance?

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