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AO51 NWM

2001 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,483 mi
Last recorded43,483 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Esprit33,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 NWM
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 43,483 miles

Nearside Front Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Aug 2012 37,407 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 36,304 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,281 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 34,350 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 33,423 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 33,423 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 31,688 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 30,976 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 30,976 miles

Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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AO51 NWM is a 2001 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 33,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Esprit fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 624 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 NWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Esprit typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 25 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 NWM registered?

AO51 NWM is a 2001 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is AO51 NWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 NWM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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