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FJ51 HXH

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,254 mi
Last recorded18,254 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 HXH
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 May 2017 18,254 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin uneven wear (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2016 18,093 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED AND SLIGHTLY GRABBING (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 17,700 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 17,393 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 16,296 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 15,628 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,425 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 14,910 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 14,910 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 13,778 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 12,874 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 10,930 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 8,941 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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FJ51 HXH 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 FJ51 HXH, 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 FJ51 HXH registered?

FJ51 HXH is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 February 2002.

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