MOT Status
ValidMileage
61,392 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
all brake pads around half worn
rear disc inner faces slightly corroded
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AO52 LRA is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Maroon 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 LRA, 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 AO52 LRA?
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What year was AO52 LRA registered?
AO52 LRA is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 November 2002.
Is AO52 LRA safe to buy?
The MOT history for AO52 LRA 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.
Does AO52 LRA have outstanding finance?
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