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KL02 KBP

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,610 mi
Last recorded53,610 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL02 KBP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 53,610 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 51,843 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 51,250 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 50,548 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 49,246 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 46,970 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 44,220 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2009 43,204 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2009 43,204 miles

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2008 39,649 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2007 37,428 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 37,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Cooling fan noise.

Pass 16 Jun 2006 33,421 miles

all tyres wearing close to tread warning indicators

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 KBP is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KBP, 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 KBP registered?

KL02 KBP is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is KL02 KBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL02 KBP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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