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GK02 GXW

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,480 mi
Last recorded29,480 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 GXW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 29,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 29,393 miles

both front discs slightly corroded and front inner brake pads at 3mm

Pass 31 Mar 2023 29,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces.. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2021 28,741 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 28,244 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 28,039 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 28,032 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 27,688 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 27,500 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,859 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 26,506 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 25,162 miles

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

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

both front brake discs slighty worn

both rear brake discs slighty pitted

Fail 6 Jun 2011 25,160 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs slighty worn

both rear brake discs slighty pitted

Pass 26 May 2010 21,210 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,491 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008
Pass 9 May 2007 13,380 miles

all road tyres staring to get low

Pass 3 Jun 2006 9,441 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 9,941 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GK02 GXW is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GK02 GXW, 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 GK02 GXW registered?

GK02 GXW is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 March 2002.

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