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KES 2X

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,552 mi
Last recorded56,552 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKES 2X
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 56,552 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 56,361 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 56,258 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 56,204 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 55,698 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 55,238 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 54,634 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 54,118 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 53,618 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 52,774 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 52,143 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 50,423 miles

under side of car covered in gaurds can't see any parts

Pass 19 Apr 2011 50,050 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 45,119 miles

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

all brake disc faces slightly rusty

Pass 9 Oct 2008 41,535 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 39,398 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 36,315 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 36,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KES 2X 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 KES 2X, 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 KES 2X registered?

KES 2X is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is KES 2X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KES 2X 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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