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KW02 EUM

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2009
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

1,478 mi
Last recorded1,478 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2008
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW02 EUM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2008 1,478 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 1,477 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut cracked (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 1,476 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

all brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 6 Dec 2007 1,473 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

engine management light on

engine running very rough

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded and worn

front inner brake pads worn very low

rear inner brake pads worn low

Pass 25 Oct 2006 43,659 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 43,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 37,811 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Feb 2006 37,811 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KW02 EUM is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

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 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 KW02 EUM, 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 KW02 EUM registered?

KW02 EUM is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is KW02 EUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW02 EUM shows 8 tests with a 37.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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