MOT Status
ValidMileage
56,980 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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plastic +metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
plastic +metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components
plastic+metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components
Front Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
some perishing of both front tyres
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
front brake pads are low discs are worn
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
front brake pads are low discs are worn
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?
Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KN52 HSG is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 KN52 HSG, 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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How do I check the history of KN52 HSG?
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What year was KN52 HSG registered?
KN52 HSG is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 29 November 2002.
Is KN52 HSG safe to buy?
The MOT history for KN52 HSG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does KN52 HSG have outstanding finance?
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