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AP02 KGN

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,807 mi
Last recorded123,807 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 KGN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 123,807 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 123,686 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 121,504 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 119,086 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 118,388 miles

both inner tail lamp lenses slightly damaged

Fail 31 Aug 2017 118,351 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 115,352 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 108,753 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 105,551 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)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 102,361 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 102,361 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 93,027 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 93,027 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 76,470 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 76,470 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 63,153 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 49,933 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 37,770 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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AP02 KGN is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AP02 KGN, 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 AP02 KGN registered?

AP02 KGN is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 July 2002.

Is AP02 KGN safe to buy?

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