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AO02 HXT

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

34,003 mi
Last recorded34,003 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HXT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 34,003 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 33,794 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 33,436 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,940 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 32,940 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 32,623 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 32,464 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,649 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 30,373 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 29,134 miles

Nearside Rear Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 29,134 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 27,709 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 26,233 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 24,674 miles

nsf coil spring top mount eroded

Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,966 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 22,959 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,801 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 20,329 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 19,372 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 17,379 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 13,821 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 13,821 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 13,703 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 13,312 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 13,312 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

nail in tyre

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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AO02 HXT is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 AO02 HXT, 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

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What year was AO02 HXT registered?

AO02 HXT is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is AO02 HXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 HXT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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