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EX51 YAD

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,657 mi
Last recorded45,657 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 YAD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 45,657 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 41,586 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 41,366 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 41,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 41,028 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 40,402 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 39,791 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 39,536 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 38,819 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 38,786 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre mirror missing

front and rear discs heravily corroded and pitted Req attention

Pass 8 Jan 2011 37,912 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 37,195 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 33,554 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 30,511 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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EX51 YAD is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX51 YAD, 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

How do I check the history of EX51 YAD?

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What year was EX51 YAD registered?

EX51 YAD is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is EX51 YAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 YAD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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