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AO52 OPX

2002 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,423 mi
Last recorded55,423 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 OPX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 55,423 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 55,041 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 54,563 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 54,246 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 53,635 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 51,327 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 48,054 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 48,046 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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)

Pass 5 May 2015 45,943 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

rear arms inner bushes

Pass 1 May 2014 45,103 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 45,103 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 42,693 miles

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

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

all brake discs inside faces in poor condition

shock absorbers corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2010 40,903 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 39,049 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 37,340 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 37,340 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 33,591 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2007 33,591 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 24,721 miles

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

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

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 OPX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OPX, 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 OPX registered?

AO52 OPX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is AO52 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 OPX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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