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L3 SJC

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,580 mi
Last recorded30,580 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 SJC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 30,580 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,564 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 30,530 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 30,242 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 29,943 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 29,371 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 29,206 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,477 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,961 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 26,916 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 25,626 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 24,995 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 24,537 miles

Comment front brake discs and pads worn.

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,537 miles

Comment front brake discs and pads worn.

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,543 miles

Comment Rear tyres225/45/17 Front tyers175/55/16

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 22,734 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2005 18,115 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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L3 SJC is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L3 SJC, 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 L3 SJC registered?

L3 SJC is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 16 August 2002.

Is L3 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 SJC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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