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YC51 EBU

2001 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

26,082 mi
Last recorded26,082 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Elise38,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 EBU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,082 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 25,140 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 24,615 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 24,229 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 20,990 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 20,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 20,007 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 20,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,085 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 17,253 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 16,006 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 13,760 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 12,715 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 12,401 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 12,243 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 11,594 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 11,075 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 10,461 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 10,018 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 9,557 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,634 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 6,914 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 6,914 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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YC51 EBU is a 2001 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YC51 EBU, 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 YC51 EBU registered?

YC51 EBU is a 2001 Lotus Elise, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is YC51 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC51 EBU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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