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RX51 JLU

2001 Lotus Exige

White Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,357 mi
Last recorded8,357 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Lotus Exige26,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 JLU
MakeLotus
ModelExige
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 8,357 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 8,318 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 8,291 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 7,852 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 7,828 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 7,524 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 6,472 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 6,472 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 5,487 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 5,106 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 4,605 miles

slight corrosion rear discs

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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RX51 JLU is a 2001 Lotus Exige in White with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RX51 JLU, 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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How do I check the history of RX51 JLU?

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What year was RX51 JLU registered?

RX51 JLU is a 2001 Lotus Exige, first registered on 17 November 2001.

Is RX51 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 JLU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 JLU have outstanding finance?

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