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L18 NRB

2002 Lotus Elise

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,064 mi
Last recorded31,064 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 NRB
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2012 31,064 miles

slight brake binding o/s/r

Pass 25 Jan 2011 30,970 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 30,869 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 24,602 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 18,481 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 16,865 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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L18 NRB is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L18 NRB, 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 L18 NRB registered?

L18 NRB is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is L18 NRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 NRB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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