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GK51 RZS

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,641 mi
Last recorded49,641 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 RZS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 49,641 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 48,650 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 48,419 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 48,160 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 47,828 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 45,999 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 45,756 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 44,910 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 44,891 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 43,196 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 40,028 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,643 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 34,643 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 30,943 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 30,720 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 29,136 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 24,968 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,265 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 21,279 miles

unable to carry out full steering,suspension and brake inspection due to extensive body undertrays

Pass 19 Feb 2009 20,704 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/r tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,098 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 20,098 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,229 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 16,860 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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GK51 RZS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GK51 RZS, 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 GK51 RZS registered?

GK51 RZS is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 February 2002.

Is GK51 RZS safe to buy?

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