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HJ02 KZD

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,431 mi
Last recorded76,431 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 KZD
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 76,431 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 73,948 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2022 72,453 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 71,460 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 71,219 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 May 2017 71,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 68,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

some play in nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,197 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 62,585 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 56,669 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 49,870 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,042 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 40,039 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2008 30,947 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 23,452 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 May 2007 23,452 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 17,882 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HJ02 KZD is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HJ02 KZD, 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 HJ02 KZD registered?

HJ02 KZD is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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The MOT history for HJ02 KZD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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