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AM52 AFV

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,614 mi
Last recorded45,614 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 AFV
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 45,614 miles

vehicle converted for motorsport use

Fail 30 May 2025 45,614 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

vehicle converted for motorsport use

Pass 23 Mar 2022 45,451 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 45,174 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,075 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 40,502 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 39,478 miles

crack in screen but not in swept area

Pass 16 Sep 2010 37,519 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 37,516 miles

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

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 34,398 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 29,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 23,877 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 16,026 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 8,044 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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AM52 AFV is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 36,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM52 AFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM52 AFV?

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What year was AM52 AFV registered?

AM52 AFV is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is AM52 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 AFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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