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KF02 XPW

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,655 mi
Last recorded30,655 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 XPW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 30,655 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 30,319 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 30,217 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 29,323 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 28,439 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 28,200 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 27,737 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,261 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 26,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 26,106 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 25,602 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 25,127 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 23,481 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2012 22,958 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 22,956 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 May 2011 20,879 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 18,650 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 17,282 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 16,526 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 16,526 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 15,369 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 14,638 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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KF02 XPW is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue 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 KF02 XPW, 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 KF02 XPW registered?

KF02 XPW is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is KF02 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF02 XPW 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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