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LG02 DXT

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,266 mi
Last recorded61,266 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 DXT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 61,266 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 61,266 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 60,691 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 59,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 59,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2012 57,087 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 57,081 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 52,874 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010
Pass 12 May 2009 40,984 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 32,783 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 17,473 miles

inner face of brake discs slightly rusty

unable to see most of underside due to sheeting

Pass 22 Aug 2006 17,423 miles

rear brake pads suspected low

rear discs surface rust

unable to see under vehicle due to alluminium sheeting

Pass 30 Jan 2006 15,570 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 DXT is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DXT, 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 LG02 DXT registered?

LG02 DXT is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is LG02 DXT safe to buy?

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