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KF52 USZ

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,803 mi
Last recorded45,803 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 USZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2013 45,803 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 43,566 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2011 38,983 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 35,405 miles

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

all 4 tyre getting low on inner edges

both side repeaters slightly discoloured

osf and osr lower spring mountings slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Dec 2009 30,637 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Dec 2008 24,773 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 21,523 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 16,394 miles

Water in all four rear lights

Pass 26 Aug 2005 12,014 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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KF52 USZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KF52 USZ, 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 KF52 USZ registered?

KF52 USZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is KF52 USZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF52 USZ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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