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GK52 KHL

2002 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,513 mi
Last recorded36,513 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 KHL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 36,513 miles

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2023 36,417 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 33,810 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 21,399 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 20,799 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 19,235 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 18,354 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 18,313 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 17,743 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 17,743 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 17,156 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 17,156 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 15,777 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 13,787 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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GK52 KHL is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Green 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 GK52 KHL, 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 GK52 KHL registered?

GK52 KHL is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is GK52 KHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK52 KHL 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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