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GU52 PZX

2002 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,974 mi
Last recorded78,974 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 PZX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 78,974 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 77,325 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 76,281 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 75,086 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 73,931 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 73,931 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 72,822 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 71,125 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 69,447 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 66,890 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Nov 2017 66,890 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 63,930 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 61,246 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 54,415 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 51,956 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 48,185 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 47,141 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 44,760 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 40,435 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 32,800 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 24,804 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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GU52 PZX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GU52 PZX, 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

How do I check the history of GU52 PZX?

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What year was GU52 PZX registered?

GU52 PZX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 December 2002.

Is GU52 PZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 PZX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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