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BD02 UZO

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,566 mi
Last recorded37,566 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 37,566 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 36,373 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 35,079 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 34,148 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 33,188 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 32,271 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 30,967 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 29,653 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 29,100 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 28,481 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,954 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 27,357 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 26,892 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,960 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 25,489 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,024 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 22,892 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,067 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 19,350 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,878 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 14,858 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 UZO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UZO, 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 UZO registered?

BD02 UZO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is BD02 UZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 UZO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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