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KP02 HAX

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,560 mi
Last recorded59,560 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP02 HAX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 59,560 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 58,436 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 57,487 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 56,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 55,343 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 54,463 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 52,279 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 49,649 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,297 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 44,485 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,822 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 41,476 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 38,758 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,248 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 34,311 miles

part of offside rear sidelight not working

Pass 10 Jun 2010 31,682 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 28,431 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 24,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2008 24,873 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 21,345 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 17,920 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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KP02 HAX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KP02 HAX, 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 KP02 HAX registered?

KP02 HAX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 July 2002.

Is KP02 HAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP02 HAX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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