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GRZ 1339

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

75,198 mi
Last recorded75,198 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 1339
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 75,198 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 75,025 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 74,898 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 74,727 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 74,540 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 74,364 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 73,926 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 73,606 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 73,400 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 72,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 72,049 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 72,049 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 71,302 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 70,099 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 69,207 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 69,169 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 68,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 65,349 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 62,402 miles

centre brake lamp not working not able to check if wired up

Pass 2 Jun 2008 56,847 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 56,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 48,704 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 39,234 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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GRZ 1339 is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 GRZ 1339, 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 GRZ 1339 registered?

GRZ 1339 is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is GRZ 1339 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 1339 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRZ 1339 have outstanding finance?

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