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AO51 AOY

2001 Lotus Exige

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,053 mi
Last recorded7,053 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 AOY
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 7,053 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2017 6,807 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2016 6,509 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 5,746 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 5,682 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 5,518 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 5,448 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 5,395 miles

advise rear brake discs lightly corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2010 5,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise rear brake discs lightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2009 5,329 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 5,329 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 3,275 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Exige?

Based on 20,795 MOT tests across 2,298 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
1,345
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 417
Headlamp aim too high 214
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 205
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 178
Headlamp aim too low 155
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AO51 AOY is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Exige models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Exige fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 417 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 AOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Exige typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Lotus Exige is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 AOY registered?

AO51 AOY is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is AO51 AOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 AOY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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