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AO02 PXU

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,689 mi
Last recorded31,689 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 PXU
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 31,689 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 31,477 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 30,972 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 30,594 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 30,371 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 30,111 miles

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Top spring collar starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2020 29,537 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2019 28,812 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 28,068 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 28,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 27,895 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 27,815 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 27,542 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2015 27,542 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 27,362 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 27,102 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 26,940 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 26,552 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 26,003 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 25,284 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,694 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 2 Aug 2007 24,402 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 22,844 miles

vehicle been standing brake discs have surface rust on them

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 PXU is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 PXU, 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 PXU registered?

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

Is AO02 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 PXU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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