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DA51 LVA

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

60,071 mi
Last recorded60,071 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA51 LVA
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 60,071 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 59,945 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 59,327 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 58,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 58,173 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 57,393 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 57,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 52,085 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 44,028 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 39,652 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 35,476 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 32,968 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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DA51 LVA is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DA51 LVA, 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 DA51 LVA registered?

DA51 LVA is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is DA51 LVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA51 LVA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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