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AO02 PXD

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,113 mi
Last recorded72,113 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 72,113 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 70,511 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 69,069 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 67,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 65,441 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 63,053 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 60,918 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 55,199 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 51,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 51,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 46,556 miles

Windscreen has a sticker encroaching close to the legal requirement of 10mm within zone 'A'

Fail 14 Nov 2016 46,556 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Windscreen has a sticker encroaching close to the legal requirement of 10mm within zone 'A'

Pass 6 Oct 2015 41,871 miles

underside trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2014 37,873 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 36,806 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 36,806 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 36,671 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 33,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 28,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 20,968 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 20,949 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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AO02 PXD is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 PXD, 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 PXD registered?

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

Is AO02 PXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 PXD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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