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KT51 TBO

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

594,876 mi
Last recorded594,876 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2011
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT51 TBO
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2011 594,876 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 594,876 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 52,900 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 46,459 miles

under the car is all covered cannot test brake pipes excetra

Pass 26 Jan 2008 40,195 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 32,123 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 25,299 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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KT51 TBO is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KT51 TBO, 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 KT51 TBO registered?

KT51 TBO is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 9 February 2002.

Is KT51 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT51 TBO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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