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AO02 MKU

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,978 mi
Last recorded55,978 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 MKU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 55,978 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 54,176 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

undertray fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2015 54,176 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2014 53,149 miles

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

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)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wear on wiper blade.

Pass 28 Aug 2013 51,613 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 49,738 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 47,673 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 45,094 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 43,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2008 40,878 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 37,924 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2006 33,149 miles

window regulater defective

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 MKU is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AO02 MKU, 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.

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What year was AO02 MKU registered?

AO02 MKU is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is AO02 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 MKU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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