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KL02 KBK

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,694 mi
Last recorded51,694 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL02 KBK
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 51,694 miles

slight play in inner track rod off side front

Fail 8 Feb 2013 51,692 miles

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

slight play in inner track rod off side front

Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,747 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,993 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 12,089 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 10,699 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 10,699 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2007 8,355 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 7,187 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 6,620 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2005 6,620 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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 KBK is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBK, 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.

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What year was KL02 KBK registered?

KL02 KBK is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is KL02 KBK safe to buy?

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