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FN52 HSY

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,053 mi
Last recorded43,053 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 HSY
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2026 43,053 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 42,955 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 42,417 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 41,623 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 40,491 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 39,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

advice all suspension parts are corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2019 37,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

advice all suspension parts corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2018 35,658 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 34,954 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 32,748 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 31,742 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 30,844 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 29,537 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 27,605 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 24,156 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 20,447 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 19,256 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,045 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 15,064 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 9,095 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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FN52 HSY is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FN52 HSY, 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 FN52 HSY registered?

FN52 HSY is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is FN52 HSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 HSY shows 21 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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