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LG52 BYC

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,443 mi
Last recorded28,443 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 BYC
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 28,443 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 28,144 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 27,462 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 26,979 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 26,595 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,231 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 25,595 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 24,113 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 23,008 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 22,114 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 20,049 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2015 20,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2014 19,446 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 18,021 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 17,670 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 16,647 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 14,493 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 11,840 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 11,840 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 8,850 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 7,583 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 6,876 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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LG52 BYC is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black 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 LG52 BYC, 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

How do I check the history of LG52 BYC?

You can check the full history of LG52 BYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LG52 BYC registered?

LG52 BYC is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is LG52 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 BYC 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.

Does LG52 BYC have outstanding finance?

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