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LW52 DRZ

2002 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,876 mi
Last recorded4,876 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 DRZ
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 4,876 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 4,833 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 4,691 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 4,469 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 4,669 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 3,004 miles

full body under tray !!

Pass 28 Aug 2007 1,571 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 12,229 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,229 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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LW52 DRZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LW52 DRZ, 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 LW52 DRZ registered?

LW52 DRZ is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is LW52 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW52 DRZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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