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BX02 UXB

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 UXB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 23,896 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 23,624 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 22,824 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 22,454 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 22,294 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 21,963 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 20,985 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 19,598 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 18,964 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2014 18,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 17,039 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,676 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 15,217 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 14,553 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 14,553 miles

Centre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Centre Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,964 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 13,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise slight tear w/blade

advise whole underneath covered with tray

Fail 1 Apr 2008 13,296 miles

Centre Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,296 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 12,335 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 10,239 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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BX02 UXB is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BX02 UXB, 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.

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What year was BX02 UXB registered?

BX02 UXB is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is BX02 UXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX02 UXB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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