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AO51 NWG

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,217 mi
Last recorded50,217 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 NWG
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 50,217 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 50,090 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 50,026 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 49,928 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 49,494 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 49,370 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,368 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 47,294 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 47,294 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 47,258 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 42,364 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 40,685 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 38,306 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 36,167 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 32,640 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 29,401 miles

wiper starting to split

Pass 12 Mar 2007 25,030 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 20,302 miles

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

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

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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AO51 NWG is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AO51 NWG, 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

How do I check the history of AO51 NWG?

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What year was AO51 NWG registered?

AO51 NWG is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 February 2002.

Is AO51 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 NWG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO51 NWG have outstanding finance?

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