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KL02 KCC

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,077 mi
Last recorded23,077 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 23,077 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 23,063 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 22,864 miles

All brake discs show signs of vehicle standing for long periods.

Pass 18 Nov 2022 22,793 miles

All brake discs slightly corroded due to vehicle standing

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 16 Nov 2021 22,735 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 11 Nov 2020 22,067 miles

All discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 May 2019 22,007 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 21,364 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 21,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 21,198 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 21,009 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,693 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 19,815 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 18,961 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 18,056 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 16,984 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 16,214 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 15,166 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 14,450 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 11,433 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 KCC is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KL02 KCC, 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 KCC registered?

KL02 KCC is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is KL02 KCC safe to buy?

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