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EX02 ZPM

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,505 mi
Last recorded23,505 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 ZPM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2011 23,505 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 22,176 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 21,293 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,681 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 16,770 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 12,940 miles

Both rear tyres 4mm in center

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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EX02 ZPM is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX02 ZPM, 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 EX02 ZPM registered?

EX02 ZPM is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is EX02 ZPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 ZPM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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