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AO52 LPN

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

21,697 mi
Last recorded21,697 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 LPN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 21,697 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 21,026 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 19,880 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 18,581 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 16,545 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 16,471 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 16,148 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 16,121 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 15,930 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 15,827 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 15,716 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 15,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 15,583 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 15,097 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 14,507 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 13,936 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,008 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 12,215 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 12,053 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 9,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 8,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 7,655 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 LPN is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LPN, 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 LPN registered?

AO52 LPN is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is AO52 LPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 LPN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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