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BD02 UXY

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,018 mi
Last recorded50,018 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 UXY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 50,018 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 49,668 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 49,536 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 49,159 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 48,060 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 48,060 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 47,223 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 46,201 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 44,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 42,995 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 42,995 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 40,839 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 38,226 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 37,015 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 35,629 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,265 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,546 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 30,461 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 28,734 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,056 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,808 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 21,463 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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BD02 UXY is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 BD02 UXY, 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 BD02 UXY registered?

BD02 UXY is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is BD02 UXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 UXY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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