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EX51 GEE

2001 Lotus Exige

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

30,801 mi
Last recorded30,801 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 GEE
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 30,801 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 30,342 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 30,067 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 29,504 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 28,323 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 27,944 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 26,482 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 26,021 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 25,516 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 24,983 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 24,634 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 24,624 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2014 23,933 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,505 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 24,144 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 22,851 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 22,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 20,875 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 17,115 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 15,761 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 14,999 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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EX51 GEE is a 2001 Lotus Exige in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EX51 GEE, 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 EX51 GEE registered?

EX51 GEE is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is EX51 GEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 GEE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 GEE have outstanding finance?

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