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L9 RDM

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,700 mi
Last recorded62,700 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 RDM
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 62,700 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 62,373 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 59,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 56,484 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 54,385 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 50,835 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 42,568 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 35,297 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 25,001 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 24,982 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 24,982 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 24,714 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 24,714 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,144 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 23,597 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 22,894 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 22,395 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,205 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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L9 RDM is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L9 RDM, 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 L9 RDM registered?

L9 RDM is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 18 February 2002.

Is L9 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 RDM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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