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D11 GST

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,154 mi
Last recorded51,154 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD11 GST
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 51,154 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 50,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 50,294 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 49,439 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 47,366 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 43,604 miles

hand brake butting ticking recommend new hand brake lever required

Pass 18 Mar 2020 42,318 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 42,318 miles

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2019 39,885 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 39,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 38,863 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 38,000 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,394 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,402 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 25,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 23,210 miles

N/S/front brake hose may be damaged as the spirol protector is damabed

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,007 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 20,171 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 20,171 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 19,800 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

underside covers fitted at time of test.

Pass 3 Oct 2006 17,779 miles

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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D11 GST 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 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 D11 GST, 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

How do I check the history of D11 GST?

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What year was D11 GST registered?

D11 GST is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is D11 GST safe to buy?

The MOT history for D11 GST 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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