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M10 HTN

2002 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,689 mi
Last recorded69,689 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lotus Elise36,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM10 HTN
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 69,689 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 68,486 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 66,270 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 64,906 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 64,868 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 62,964 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 61,047 miles

All suspension arms an hub carriers corroding.

Both front shock absorbers corroded.

Both front shock springs and retainers corroded.

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Small engine oil leak, dripping onto undertray. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 58,542 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 56,766 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 56,559 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 56,393 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 56,173 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 55,725 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 55,504 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 55,096 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 54,654 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,124 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 52,796 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 50,894 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 47,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 44,905 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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M10 HTN is a 2002 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M10 HTN, 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 M10 HTN registered?

M10 HTN is a 2002 Lotus Elise, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is M10 HTN safe to buy?

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