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DG52 MRO

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

30,479 mi
Last recorded30,479 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 MRO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 30,479 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 26,557 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 26,556 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 23,903 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 23,903 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 17,941 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 17,941 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,147 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 12,144 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DG52 MRO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DG52 MRO, 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 DG52 MRO registered?

DG52 MRO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DG52 MRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 MRO shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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