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AO02 PXR

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,051 mi
Last recorded68,051 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 68,051 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 67,161 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 66,382 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 65,687 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 64,708 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 63,462 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 63,146 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 61,981 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 60,766 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 60,049 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 58,980 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 58,330 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 56,977 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 53,085 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 53,016 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 51,993 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2011 51,993 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2010 49,682 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)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 49,639 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 41,772 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,945 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 32,198 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 28,070 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 28,070 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 PXR is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PXR, 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 PXR registered?

AO02 PXR is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 April 2002.

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The MOT history for AO02 PXR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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