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BU02 LMO

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,367 mi
Last recorded40,367 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 LMO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 40,367 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 38,142 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 37,479 miles

Engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016 36,402 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 29,243 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 27,203 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 26,254 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 24,883 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 23,082 miles

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres close to wear bars. front spoiler damaged.

Pass 16 Oct 2006 20,836 miles

front inner brake pads close to minimum thickness (1.5 m)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 15,606 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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BU02 LMO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BU02 LMO, 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 BU02 LMO registered?

BU02 LMO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is BU02 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 LMO shows 12 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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