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DA02 HON

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,129 mi
Last recorded38,129 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA02 HON
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 38,129 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 38,129 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 37,878 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 37,455 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 35,541 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 32,080 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,673 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,779 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 25,685 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both front inner brake pads worn very low

Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,731 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 19,731 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 13,705 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 13,705 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 9,242 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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DA02 HON is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA02 HON, 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 DA02 HON registered?

DA02 HON is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 October 2002.

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