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DA02 MUB

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,841 mi
Last recorded6,841 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA02 MUB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 6,841 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 6,412 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2014 5,732 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 5,732 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 5,076 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 3,926 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 1,903 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 50,567 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 45,978 miles

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

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

advise slight play in o/s of steering rack!

Pass 18 May 2007 43,150 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 40,937 miles

some free play in steering rack

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 MUB is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DA02 MUB, 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 DA02 MUB registered?

DA02 MUB is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is DA02 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA02 MUB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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