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KN52 WUR

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

63,372 mi
Last recorded63,372 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 WUR
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 63,372 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 62,960 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 62,920 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 62,710 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 62,277 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 62,021 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 61,727 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 60,171 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 60,160 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 57,058 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2013 50,581 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 48,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 44,536 miles

offside front spotlight inop

slight corrosion on rear discs

Pass 18 Aug 2009 39,706 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 39,701 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 37,772 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 33,850 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 29,259 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 21,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KN52 WUR is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KN52 WUR, 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

How do I check the history of KN52 WUR?

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What year was KN52 WUR registered?

KN52 WUR is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is KN52 WUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN52 WUR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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