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AO52 KUD

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,367 mi
Last recorded13,367 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 KUD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 13,367 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 12,926 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 12,283 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 12,095 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 11,511 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,617 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 9,928 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 9,497 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 8,913 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 7,743 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 5,366 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 5,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2006 160 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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AO52 KUD is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO52 KUD, 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 AO52 KUD registered?

AO52 KUD is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is AO52 KUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 KUD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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