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WA51 OJR

2001 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,453 mi
Last recorded23,453 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 OJR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 23,453 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 23,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 23,051 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 22,787 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 22,462 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 22,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 22,283 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 22,041 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,942 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 16,875 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 14,926 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 13,641 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 12,957 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 10,887 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 8,898 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 7,988 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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WA51 OJR is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WA51 OJR, 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

How do I check the history of WA51 OJR?

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What year was WA51 OJR registered?

WA51 OJR is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is WA51 OJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 OJR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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