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AO52 LRX

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,788 mi
Last recorded29,788 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 29,788 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 29,786 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2023 29,784 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 28,721 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 27,101 miles

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Oct 2016 26,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres perrished

Pass 3 Oct 2015 24,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 23,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 22,717 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 22,548 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 21,716 miles

coolant level low

Pass 26 Nov 2009 20,284 miles

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

coolant level slightly low

Pass 5 Nov 2008 19,435 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 17,379 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 15,182 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 LRX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LRX, 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 LRX registered?

AO52 LRX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is AO52 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 LRX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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