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DS02 HGL

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,492 mi
Last recorded70,492 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 HGL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 70,492 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 70,153 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2014 68,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight leak on exhaust

Pass 23 Jul 2013 63,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 56,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 53,774 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,700 miles

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

rear discs slight wear

Fail 17 Jun 2010 48,700 miles

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

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

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

rear discs slight wear

Pass 3 Jun 2009 48,012 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 45,920 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 40,547 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 40,547 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 29,827 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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DS02 HGL is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DS02 HGL, 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 DS02 HGL registered?

DS02 HGL is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is DS02 HGL safe to buy?

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