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BV52 XGO

2002 Lotus Elise

Maroon Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,783 mi
Last recorded43,783 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2010
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 XGO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2010 43,783 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 40,836 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 39,091 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 36,747 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 33,963 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 33,709 miles

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

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

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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BV52 XGO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Maroon with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BV52 XGO, 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 BV52 XGO registered?

BV52 XGO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is BV52 XGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 XGO shows 6 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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