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AO51 HFE

2001 Lotus Exige

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,581 mi
Last recorded4,581 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 HFE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 4,581 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 4,558 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 4,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 4,321 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 4,283 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 4,166 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 3,793 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 3,734 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 3,527 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 3,054 miles

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Pass 8 Oct 2007 3,049 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 2,589 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 HFE is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 HFE registered?

AO51 HFE is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is AO51 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 HFE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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