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LF51 WUX

2002 Lotus Elise

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,409 mi
Last recorded64,409 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 WUX
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 64,409 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 64,005 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 63,311 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 62,769 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 62,456 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 62,314 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 61,409 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 60,789 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 60,036 miles

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

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2016 59,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear puncture repair in tread groove

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

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 58,292 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 58,292 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 57,314 miles

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

Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 56,468 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 55,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2011 55,618 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 54,739 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 53,709 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 51,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 48,501 miles

Brake discs surface rust due to vehicle standing

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 39,741 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 33,639 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 33,639 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LF51 WUX is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LF51 WUX, 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 LF51 WUX registered?

LF51 WUX is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is LF51 WUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 WUX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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