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AO02 MLU

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,657 mi
Last recorded23,657 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 MLU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,657 miles

unable to inspect brake master cylider and resevoir due to manufacturers design

Pass 25 May 2007 18,851 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 13,526 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)

UNABLE TO INSPECT UNDERBODY AS FULL METAL UNDER BODY COVER FITTED TO LOW TO BE TESTED ON RBT

Pass 2 Jun 2005 7,893 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2005

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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 MLU is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MLU, 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 MLU registered?

AO02 MLU is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is AO02 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 MLU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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