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GL02 USR

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,959 mi
Last recorded47,959 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 USR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 47,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 45,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 45,434 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 44,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 43,399 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 42,153 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 41,493 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,200 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 39,081 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 38,101 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 37,760 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 37,209 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 36,597 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 35,747 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 34,821 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 32,884 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 29,228 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 29,204 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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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GL02 USR is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GL02 USR, 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 GL02 USR registered?

GL02 USR is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is GL02 USR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 USR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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