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L5 CLL

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,152 mi
Last recorded13,152 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 CLL
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 13,152 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 13,048 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 12,926 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 12,780 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 12,682 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 12,597 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 12,547 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 12,494 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 12,436 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,219 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 11,981 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 11,585 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 11,273 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,067 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 10,908 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 10,688 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 10,562 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 10,179 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 9,878 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 9,331 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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L5 CLL is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 L5 CLL, 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

How do I check the history of L5 CLL?

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What year was L5 CLL registered?

L5 CLL is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is L5 CLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 CLL shows 20 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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