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LG02 DZT

2002 Lotus Elise

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,007 mi
Last recorded42,007 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 42,007 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 41,163 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 39,263 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 34,921 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 34,178 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 34,157 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 34,116 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 34,116 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 32,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 32,974 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 32,961 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 32,737 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 32,418 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 32,236 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 31,596 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 30,406 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 29,304 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 29,304 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 28,688 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 24,486 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 DZT is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DZT, 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 DZT registered?

LG02 DZT is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 5 June 2002.

Is LG02 DZT safe to buy?

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Does LG02 DZT have outstanding finance?

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