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KF52 UTB

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,104 mi
Last recorded52,104 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 52,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 49,945 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 46,708 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 43,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 42,608 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 41,910 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 39,963 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 38,731 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 37,023 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Aug 2017 35,202 miles

Front number plate smaller than rear

Nearside Front tyre 2-3mm inside tread edge

Nearside Rear tyre 2-3mm

Offside Front tyre 2-3mm inside tread edge

Fail 30 Aug 2017 35,198 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front number plate smaller than rear

Nearside Front tyre 2-3mm inside tread edge

Nearside Rear tyre 2-3mm

Offside Front tyre 2-3mm inside tread edge

Pass 30 Aug 2016 34,677 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 34,392 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 34,392 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BONNET NOT FITTED

N/S/F WHEEL SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 28 Mar 2007 34,282 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 UTB is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UTB, 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 UTB registered?

KF52 UTB is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 October 2002.

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The MOT history for KF52 UTB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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