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AO52 KUX

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,478 mi
Last recorded57,478 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 KUX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 57,478 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 56,762 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 52,666 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 51,155 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 51,155 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 40,040 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 35,383 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 KUX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KUX, 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.

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What year was AO52 KUX registered?

AO52 KUX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is AO52 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 KUX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO52 KUX have outstanding finance?

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