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TG51 LOT

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,922 mi
Last recorded80,922 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTG51 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 80,922 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front suspension corroded both sides

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear suspension corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2025 80,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Sep 2024 80,833 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 80,617 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure Bodywork damage (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 80,617 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure Bodywork damage (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 80,176 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 78,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Sep 2020 77,941 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2020 77,940 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2019 74,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

covers fitted to underside off vehicle

Pass 27 Sep 2018 73,250 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp only 50% illuminates

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2017 67,820 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 62,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 59,078 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 55,382 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 26 Oct 2013 48,974 miles

front discs inner surface corroded

rear discs corroded inner surface

Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,204 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on inner edge

some corrosion to front & rear brake discs

Pass 28 Oct 2011 43,899 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 39,784 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 33,908 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 28,781 miles

some corrosion/pitting to all brake discs

Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,838 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 16,705 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 16,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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TG51 LOT is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 TG51 LOT, 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 TG51 LOT registered?

TG51 LOT is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is TG51 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for TG51 LOT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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