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KL02 DXM

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,087 mi
Last recorded47,087 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL02 DXM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 47,087 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 45,618 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 44,043 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 43,614 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 42,972 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 42,517 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 41,161 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 40,423 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 39,009 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 37,854 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 37,049 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 33,026 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 29,469 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 25,939 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 25,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,485 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 18,051 miles

Coolant leak

O/S spot light not working

Pass 1 Apr 2009 15,441 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 10,896 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,352 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 5,635 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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KL02 DXM is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KL02 DXM, 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 KL02 DXM registered?

KL02 DXM is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is KL02 DXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL02 DXM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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