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AO02 PXS

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,278 mi
Last recorded45,278 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,278 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 41,535 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 39,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 39,935 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,619 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 32,180 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 32,180 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 27,811 miles

unable to caary out full test. cover guards fitted to vehicle

Pass 7 Dec 2006 21,664 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 16,327 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 PXS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PXS, 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 PXS registered?

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

Is AO02 PXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 PXS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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