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C3 HNT

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,864 mi
Last recorded55,864 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 HNT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 55,864 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 55,292 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 54,607 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 54,608 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,604 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 49,481 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 45,760 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 38,821 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 35,307 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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C3 HNT is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C3 HNT, 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 C3 HNT registered?

C3 HNT is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is C3 HNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 HNT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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