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LG02 DXS

2002 Lotus Elise

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

54,971 mi
Last recorded54,971 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 DXS
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 54,971 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 54,869 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 54,747 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 54,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 54,286 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2021 53,932 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 53,784 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 53,614 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 53,360 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 53,155 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,693 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 52,402 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,153 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 47,973 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,048 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 45,048 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 42,129 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 38,955 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 34,253 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 25,687 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 20,171 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,621 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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LG02 DXS is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LG02 DXS, 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 LG02 DXS registered?

LG02 DXS is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is LG02 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG02 DXS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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